A total of 2,810 patients from across the Acholi sub-region received free medical services during a three-day medical camp held at Christ the King Parish in Kitgum District.
The event was organized by the Paul Lokech Foundation (PLF) in partnership with George Fox University from the United States of America.
The camp ran from Tuesday to Thursday last week and was officially opened by Major General Keith Katungi, the 5th Infantry Division Commander based at Acol Pii in Pader District.
The opening ceremony was attended by Kitgum Assistant RDC Geoffrey Oguti, the family of the late Lt. General Paul Lokech, Kitgum District Health Officer Dr. Okello Henry Otto, and other district officials.
Medical services offered included cancer screening, dental care, physiotherapy, general checkups, and more. Beneficiaries included children, youth, the elderly, and persons with disabilities (PWDs), among others.
During the closing ceremony on Thursday, Dr. Okello Henry Otto commended the efforts of institutions such as the UPDF, Yotkom Hospital, St. Joseph’s Hospital, Kampala Dental, Kitgum Government Hospital, and George Fox University for prioritizing public health and honoring the legacy of the late Gen. Paul Lokech.
Dr. Okello also noted that the medical camp helped ease the burden on Kitgum Government Hospital, and he expressed gratitude to the Office of the Resident District Commissioner for supporting the success of the initiative.
Counsel Anyango Winnie Lokech, the PLF Company Secretary, remarked that the passing of her father in 2021 was a challenging time for the family and the nation. She pledged to uphold his legacy, particularly in promoting health services across the Acholi sub-region.
She further committed to continuing the medical camps in other districts to ensure people have access to the healthcare they need.
Assistant RDC Geoffrey Oguti thanked the family of the late Lt. Gen. Paul Lokech for preserving his vision and also appreciated the UPDF for their sacrifice and commitment to community service and national development.
Colonel David Kapero, Deputy Commander of the 5th Infantry Division, urged patients to follow the medical advice and prescriptions given during the camp.
He discouraged the public from seeking traditional healers when healing is delayed and instead emphasized the importance of responsible medication use and regular hospital visits.
