(TORE PAYAM, YEI RIVER COUNTY) – Sallah John Paul has won the SPLM primary election to become the party’s candidate for Tore Payam, Constituency No. 7, in the Central Equatoria State Legislative Assembly.
The election, held on Wednesday at St. Peter’s Church two miles along the Yei-Maridi Road, saw Sallah secure 88 votes out of 105 votes cast. Matatiya Nehemiah received 10 votes, while Mariata Takuwa obtained 7 votes.
In a message following his victory, Sallah thanked SPLM members for their support and trust.
“With humility in my heart, determination in my spirit, and a profound sense of duty to our people, I, Cde Sallah John Paul the declared winner of the SPLM Party primary election congratulates all of you for the trust and I’m forever grateful indebted for the love.”
Sallah called for unity beyond political, social, cultural and religious differences, saying citizens should work together for the development of Tore Payam.
He said the road ahead would require courage, patience and sacrifice, and appealed for continued support, solidarity, encouragement and prayers as he offers himself to serve the people of Tore Payam.
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