Governor Manytuil arrives in Juba to brief national leaders on Unity State security situation

The Caretaker Governor of Unity State, Dr. Joseph Manytuil, has arrived in Juba to brief the national leadership on the security situation and humanitarian conditions in the state.

His visit comes after recent accusations by the SPLM committee organising party primaries in Unity State that he obstructed the party elections, allegedly going against a presidential directive barring caretaker officials from participating in the process.

Dr. Manytuil has since dismissed the allegations.

According to a statement from his office issued on Tuesday, the governor is expected to brief national leaders on the challenges facing local communities.

The statement describes the security situation in Unity State as relatively calm, apart from isolated incidents that the state government says it has addressed.

During his visit, Dr. Manytuil is also expected to meet stakeholders from Unity State and seek their support for government efforts to maintain lasting peace.

He was received at Juba International Airport by Unity State government officials, including the state’s coordinator in Juba.

The visit comes as the state government continues efforts to address security and humanitarian challenges affecting communities across Unity State.