The Tonj government joined the rest of the states to celebrate the independence of South Sudan on Wednesday.
Speaking during the celebration governor Mathew Mathiang Magoordit appreciated heroes and heroines who sacrificed their lives during the liberation struggle, Don Bosco Radio reports.
He expressed his happiness to the entire public of Tonj for turning out in big number to celebrate their freedom.
The governor called on citizens of Tonj and South Sudan to be peaceful as the implementation of revitalize peace agreement is in progress.
The celebration was coloured with traditional dances from different groups at Tonj Freedom Square.