Veteran Lakes state politician laid to rest

January 8, 2015 (RUMBEK) – Thousands of people turned-out in Lakes state’s Yirol West county on Wednesday to witness the burial of Isaiah Kulang Mabor, a veteran political who passed away early this year.

Hundreds thronged the funeral, including parliament speaker, Magok Rundial, ambassador Telar Ring Deng and Lakes state governor, Matur Chut Dhuol.

Many Mabor as a “nationalist” and “pro-democracy” leader.

Governor Dhuol, while speaking at the occasion, urged the public to rebuild trust in their government to foster peace and reconciliation.

“This funeral of late Kulang united us together, we need reconciliation. I urge the public to regain the trust in the government of Lakes state,” said Dhuol.

“Peace is the overall solution to your differences,” he stressed.

Prior to his death, Mabor was chairperson of the committee for public service and natural resources in Parliament’s Council of States.

(ST)