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Shocking Profile: Who Really Challenged Idi Amin Before He Fell from Power? Idi Amin’s infamous regime in Uganda (1971–1979) was marked by brutality, paranoia, and political purges—but few know who actually mounted the most credible challenge to his rule before the tipping point that led to his downfall. The commonly cited opposition figures ranged from military defectors to exiled leaders, but one lesser-known challenger stands out for his direct impact and clandestine efforts: General omkring Amin in the mid-1970s—General David Oyite Okoth, a high-ranking military officer who orchestrated key resistance networks. ### The Hidden Resistance: Who Was David Oyite Okoth? Though overshadowed by political exiles and military fraternity ties that often stifled open dissent, General Oyite Okoth emerged as a pivotal figure in internal opposition circles. A skilled tactician and trusted officer within Amin’s army, Okoth grew increasingly disillusioned as the regime’s violence escalated—particularly targeting ethnic minorities and northern Ugandans. By 1976, he covertly began building alliances with disgruntled military units and external supporters, including elements of Tanzania’s military planning.