Justin Lekhanya
Military ruler of Lesotho from 1986 to 1991 (1938–2021) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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General Justin Metsing Lekhanya (7 April 1938 – 20 January 2021) was the Minister of Defence and Chairman of the Military Council of Lesotho (head of government) from 24 January 1986 to 2 May 1991.[1]
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Justin Lekhanya | |
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1st Chairman of the Military Council | |
In office 24 January 1986 – 2 May 1991 | |
Monarchs | Moshoeshoe II Letsie III |
Preceded by | Leabua Jonathan |
Succeeded by | Elias Phisoana Ramaema |
Personal details | |
Born | Justin Metsing Lekhanya (1938-04-07)7 April 1938 Thaba-Tseka, Basutoland (now Thaba-Tseka, Lesotho) |
Died | 20 January 2021(2021-01-20) (aged 82) Maseru, Lesotho |
Political party | None (military officer) |
Other political affiliations | Basotho National Party |
Occupation | Soldier, politician |
Military service | |
Branch/service | Lesotho Defence Force |
Rank | General |
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