Justin Lekhanya
Justin Lekhanya | |
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An illustration of Lekhanya produced by Voice of America | |
| 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 7 April 1938 |
| Died | 20 January 2021 (aged 82) Maseru, Lesotho |
| 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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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.