Five supporters of an independent candidate who lost the race for Central Equatoria governor were arrested in Yei County.
Alfred Ladu Gore told the press in Juba yesterday that five of his supporters were arrested on Sunday evening and Monday morning in Yei County.Mr. Gore explained that the arrests were carried at the orders of Yei County Commissioner.
He appealed to the concern authorities to release the five men immediately and end the persecution against his supporters.
Mr. Gore said he was following legal procedures to pursue the court to look into his matter.