W. Equatoria State apologizes to victims of security forces crackdown
Richard Ruati
January 28, 2010 (YAMBIO) – Western Equatoria State Governor Jemma Nunu Kumba apologized to the families whose children were victimized during last Thursday’s violence between the security forces and pupils and civilians.
Speaking on Yambio FM (Government censored) on Friday evening, Jemma disclosed that, “as any another mother on earth, [I] have tried to maintain security in the State in my 2-year governorship except the LRA which has just slowed in the past months, therefore violence can’t solve problems.”
Jemma extended her gratitude to the church leaders, chiefs, and youth leaders for their intervention in talking to the rioters to calm down.
However, the governor called upon the entire citizens of WES, Yambio County in particular to remain calm as investigation team has been already set to find the perpetrators and bring lawful records.
Jemma cautioned the citizens to think critically since they have reached the last and dangerous periods, more special the Elections in 3 months time followed by Referendum votes due in 2011. “Satan should not mislead you during this crucial time.
Jemma further stated that, all politicians should stop using school children, Police to politicize the ground to cause problems in the State but rather make best use of politics instead.
Yambio town was on Thursday morning was brought a standstill by riot students from Nakpangau Primary School, just two days after the a memorable and colorful CPA celebration.
Pupils were reported to have reacted angrily after they had confirmed that, their money developed two wings to unknown destinations and lack of humor to the pupils from the CPA organizers.
The enthusiastic pupils waited for incentives in vain then resorted to a riot which destroyed properties belonging to the public.
Local government journalist who visited Yambio Hospital confirmed via the Yambio Civil Hospital doctor that, “21 people sustained major injuries and 62 endured minor injuries which resulted to 83 persons who partially treated in Yambio Hospital, apart from those who were at homes and private clinics.
The report published by the state owned news outlet, Pineapple News Update, stated that, “nobody was killed during the riots, two people were badly injured by bullet and many were beaten by Police and SPLA proper with sticks.”
Details to what caused the massive civilian crackdown is still sketch, however unconfirmed reports say an investigation committee has been set and similar committee at GOSS level.
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Dinka Boy
W. Equatoria State apologizes to victims of security forces crackdown
Governor Jemma Nuru Kumba, you are doing great in your leadership. keep it up.
Thanks
Time1
W. Equatoria State apologizes to victims of security forces crackdown
Governor Kumba Nunu you are a true daughter of south sudan, so you stood up with bravery and apologize to the victims who themselves broke the law by causing violence and damages to property, this is the character of a smart leader, to deal with the issues at hand then move forward with a better recommendation.
As for the people of WES, listen to this very carefully as Kumba said.
“Satan should not mislead you during this crucial time.”
Njara Ndarago
W. Equatoria State apologizes to victims of security forces crackdown
If i may ask this question, What sort of crimes did the school children commit for them to be fired with live bullets by soldiers? Is demonstration or peaceful manifestation
Prohibited in South Sudan? Some times our government is not a government of the people because they acts in their own interest
Intelligent