An additional deployment of security forces to Yei is underway, the state government spokesperson discloses.
Stephen Lado Onesimo says Governor David Lokonga in his recent visit to Juba told President Salva Kiir that Yei needs for more police, Radio Easter reports.
President Kiir has praised the state leaders for standing with his government amidst difficulties, the official says.
Lado says some youths detained in Morobo have been released.
The official was speaking to Radio Easter on Thursday after attending the state cabinet meeting.