By Binia Elizabeth

Central Equatoria State Governor, Rabi Mujung Emmanuel, has called for discipline and unity among the state’s security organs.

The governor urged the forces to maintain high standards in safeguarding lives and property amid growing security concerns in Juba and beyond.

Addressing the officers during a parade at the State Secretariat on Thursday, Governor Mujung commended the tireless efforts of security personnel and emphasized the need for collaboration across units to address emerging threats. He emphasized on the importance of professionalism, community engagement, and ethical conduct in restoring public confidence in the state’s security apparatus.

“Security is one of the most fundamental rights of every human being, and our citizens should be provided with that right,” he said.

“I urge you to reflect the image of discipline and integrity while executing your duty,” said Governor Mujung.

In a move to strengthen cooperation and accountability within government institutions, the Governor had courtesy calls to all departments within the State Secretariat.

The visit allowed him to assess operational challenges and encourage civil servants to execute their mandates with dedication and love for service.

Meanwhile, on Thursday, Governor Mujung chaired an extraordinary meeting of the Central Equatoria State Security Committee, where several pressing issues were tabled, including the alarming rise in suicide cases, rampant armed robberies, and the increasing threat of youth gang violence in the capital.

There was a call for the urgent need to establish reformatory schools aimed at rehabilitating gang-involved youth through vocational training and counseling.

“We currently lack reformatory schools. When gang members are arrested, they are often released without undergoing any reform. Establishing such institutions will help reintegrate them into society as productive citizens,” said Leon Abe Brown, the State Minister of Local Government and Law Enforcement.

The Committee also addressed concerns over unregulated pharmaceutical practices in residential clinics, tasking the State Ministry of Health to enhance oversight and enforce standard health protocols to curb drug misuse among youth.

In response to increasing market insecurity, the Committee condemned the illegal deployment of individuals posing as security agents for personal gain.

The State said those unauthorized actors have been linked to illegal taxation, which contributes to rising commodity prices.

“Only officially recognized security agencies should operate in markets. Unlawful deployment disrupts the economy and erodes public trust,” Abe emphasized.

The meeting also renewed the State’s commitment to tightening security, particularly following a recent armed attack on Morobo County Hospital last Friday.

The incident has raised concerns about the safety of public institutions and the need for swift, coordinated action to protect civilians.