The Deputy Governor of Yei River State Augustino Kiri Gwolo and two other county commissioners have been sworn into office.
New Yei River County Commissioner, Denis Lasuba and Eresto Lasu of Lainya County took their oaths of allegiance on Friday, Radio Easter reports.
Deputy Governor Kiri pledges to work with all levels of government, partners and citizens in the search for peace and development.
Governor David Lokonga Moses appeals to the new officials to unite the residents of the state regardless of ethnic differences.
He describes the recent defection of some state officials as personal decisions.
Meanwhile, Bishop Erkolano Lodu Tombe of Yei Catholic Diocese calls on the state leaders to be salt and light in South Sudan through serving public interests.
Governor Lokonga presided over the swearing ceremony on Friday in Yei.