The newly elected archbishop of Juba Diocese Stephen Ameyu Martin Mulla who also is the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Torit is calling on South Sudan forces to put the needs of their citizens first.
Radio Emmanuel quotes him saying ‘it is the responsibility of all forces to protect and defend its citizens and the nation at large’.
The Catholic prelate urges parties to forget their differences and open a new chapter to peace and reconciliation.
The Catholic Bishop calls on South Sudanese to unite and work for peace and development in the country.
Torit State Governor Tobiolo Alberio Oromo advises forces to stay away from politics and focus on their duties of protecting lives and property.
The speakers made the statements while addressing forces at assembling point of Ibalany residential area in Torit on Saturday.