PHOTO CREDITS: Central Equatoria State Government Press Unit (CESGPU) - Governor Adil Calls for Cooperation in State Cabinet
(JUBA) – Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony has held his first expanded cabinet briefing in Juba, where he set out new priorities for Central Equatoria State with a focus on peace, security and improved public services.
During the meeting on Thursday, the Governor called on all ministers to work together and maintain cooperation with the parties that signed the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution of Conflict in the Republic of South Sudan. He said close coordination was necessary to support stability and lasting peace across the state.
Governor Adil also directed financial institutions in Central Equatoria to strengthen policy measures that can support economic stability and growth. According to officials, the state leadership wants all public bodies to increase efficiency and ensure proper use of resources.
Speaking to the press after the session, State Minister of Information and Communication Nyarsuk Patrick outlined the main areas the Governor wants to prioritise. These include peace and security, unity among communities, improvements to internal roads and the general upgrade and beautification of Juba City to reach acceptable urban standards.
The Minister said the Governor also emphasised support for agriculture through cooperative societies, noting that local food production remains important for the state’s economy. He said the Governor assured ministers that he would work with state institutions to deliver development projects in a timely manner.
Nyarsuk added that Governor Adil appealed to all political and community actors, including groups whose members previously took up arms, to recommit themselves to peace for the sake of development and stability in Central Equatoria.
The briefing was attended by the Deputy Governor, state advisors and the full cabinet. Officials described the meeting as a positive start to the Governor’s renewed leadership as he aims to strengthen unity, peace and public confidence in the state government.
Central Equatoria Cabinet Briefing
| Summary | |
|---|---|
| Location | Juba County, Central Equatoria State |
| Event | First expanded cabinet briefing under Governor Emmanuel Adil Anthony |
| Main Focus Areas | Peace, security, service delivery, economic stability |
| Key Instructions from Governor | Strengthen cooperation among ministers; work closely with R-ARCSS signatories, improve financial policy and economic management |
| Urban Development Plans | Rehabilitation of internal roads; beautification and upgrade of Juba City to meet international urban standards |
| Agricultural Priorities | Support for cooperative societies to boost local agricultural production |
| Peace Appeal | Governor urged political and community actors, including former armed groups, to recommit to peace |
| Key Officials Present | Deputy Governor, state advisors and cabinet ministers |
| Overall Outcome | Positive start to renewed leadership with focus on unity, stability and improved public services |
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