The Mayor of Torit expressed joy over peaceful Christmas celebration.
Eddy William Ponsiano described the festivity as different to the people who feared the rumours of insecurity in town, Radio Emmanuel reported.
The Mayor assured the citizens of the government’s duty to secure the town.
The mayor urged the armed men in the bush to return home and seek peaceful means of resolving problems.
He advised the people to stay away from rumours that cause unnecessary panic.
Mayor William wished a happy New Year celebration to all residents in Torit and South Sudan.