The state of emergency was declared in the lawless state of Lakes to deal with enemies of peace, according to the national Deputy Minister of Information.
Akol Paul Kordit Majok urges the youth and the community at large to cooperate with the government to help identify those against peace, Radio Good News reports.
Dhieu Matuet, Member of Parliament, congratulates President Salva Kiir Mayardit for ordering the removal of guns from civilians.
The officials made the remarks on Tuesday during one-day youth meeting organized by Rumbek Youth Union.