Lakes State government praised for protecting Sudanese nationals

By Makur Adut

Lakes State Civil Society Organization Network chairperson, Angelina Adhel Malual has hailed the government of Lakes State for maintaining law and order.

“We recognized and appreciate the efforts of Lakes State government and its security apparatus for their commitment to maintain security and protection of our Sudanese brothers and sisters and their property in Rumbek and other towns of Lakes State,” she said.

Also, Ms. Adhel appreciated the citizens in Lakes State for their calm and the spirit of unity, and respect for human rights and dignity

She said it is the role of the citizens also to ensure the safety of those who coexist among them.

However, Adhel condemned the recent killing of South Sudanese in Wad Madeni in Sudan, by some soldiers from the Sudan Armed Forces (SAF).

She described it as a direct violation of human rights for refugees and feared that such an act could harm the historical ties between the two nations.

“We also felt concern of violent protests that had happened in other states across South Sudan that have escalated to many loss of properties, and therefore, we strongly condemned in good spirit possible. She said.

“Nevertheless, we the Civil Networks of Lakes State want to appreciate the stands of H.E the President of the Republic of South Sudan, Salva Kiir for his firm stand and support for peace and unity between two countries through his nation address to all South Sudanese to remain calm and protect the Sudanese lives and their property across South Sudan.   

However, the activist appealed to the international community and the UN Security Council to stand in solidarity with the victims to ensure justice, accountability and their compensation by the government of Sudan.

“We continue to urge the general public to continue to live in peaceful coexistence with Sudanese brothers and Sisters and refrain from violence and discrimination of our foreign nationals in Lakes State and South Sudan as a whole,” Ms. Adhel stated.

According to the report from the Ministry of Interior, Eastern Equatoria, Western Equatoria, Unity, Lakes States, and Jonglei States were the only states that abstained from the violence against Sudanese in the country.

Also, Ruweng, Pibor, and Abyei Administration Areas violence reported no violence.