Governor Adil Urges Holdout Groups to Embrace Peace as Morobo Leaders Seek Development Support

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Central Equatoria State Gov. Emmanuel Adil Anthony has urged holdout groups in Morobo County to abandon violence and embrace peace, saying dialogue is the only way to address the challenges facing the area.

Speaking during a visit to Morobo, Adil called on armed groups to join the peace process and allow residents to move freely and safely along roads. He also urged those involved in attacks on civilians to end the violence.

The governor said border-related disputes should be handled through government-led dialogue rather than conflict. He also encouraged residents to participate in the upcoming elections and use their votes to choose their leaders.

Community leaders, led by Peter Wani, pledged to work with the government to promote peace and development. They, however, raised concerns over insecurity, the growing number of returnees and the presence of holdout groups.

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The leaders appealed for government support to organize community dialogues and reconciliation forums. They also requested assistance for development projects and land demarcation, particularly for local government facilities.

The Morobo Paramount Chief called for increased government engagement with holdout groups to restore stability and enable residents to return to farming, a key source of livelihood in the county.

The traditional leader also appealed for agricultural tools, capacity building for chiefs and sub-chiefs, civic education ahead of the elections, equal opportunities for traditional leaders and improved health services.

National and state lawmakers representing Morobo called for stronger cooperation between political leaders and the Central Equatoria State government. They urged community and religious leaders to work closely with local authorities to strengthen peace and development.

The lawmakers also called for increased advocacy for girls’ education and an end to early marriage. They urged organized forces to coordinate closely with the county administration.

Morobo County Commissioner called for peace through dialogue and peaceful coexistence, urging residents to reject violence. He appealed for logistical support for organized forces and called for the development of an airstrip and feeder roads.

The commissioner also highlighted the need for clean drinking water, improved education and better health services to support the welfare and development of Morobo residents.

The meeting underscored calls for stronger cooperation among government institutions, traditional leaders, communities and security forces to restore peace and accelerate development in Morobo County.