By Yiep Joseph
Northern Bhar el Ghazal (NBGS) governor has directed the state prison service to release 79 prisoners on petty crimes.
In his Christmas and New ๐๐๐๐ซ message extended to the media, governor, ๐๐ข๐ฆ๐จ๐ง ๐๐๐๐ซ ๐๐๐ฐ๐ฎ๐ญ ordered juveniles, women, and elderly persons who have been in prison due to unimportant crimes, to be among those to benefit.
Some of the petty crimes include public drunkenness, pickpocketing, and traffic violations, among others.
โBefore we conclude this year, I direct the prison service and other relevant authorities to release 79 prisoners in detention for committing petty crimes, including juveniles, women, and the elderly,โ the governor ordered.
The governor added that, besides freeing the victims to enjoy freedom with their loved ones, it will decongest the prison.
โThis will help decongest the prison facilities, contain the spread of contagious diseases, and reunite them with their families in this festive season,โ he said.
He called on the residents to continue to embrace the governor and continue with service delivery.
โI urge you to remain steadfast on this path. I have instructed the police and security agencies to ensure peaceful Christmas and New Year celebrations throughout the state, he said.
โI would like to remind you that you are the beacon of hope for our great country. Your choice of peace and unity inspires the people of South Sudan, he added.
He retreated government support to ensure that people affected by the flood are supported.
The governor appreciated President Kiir for the opportunity to serve the people and promised to ensure that he delivers.