30/12/2025
๐๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ค ๐๐จ๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฃ๐จ๐ค ๐๐ฅ๐๐ซ๐ข๐๐ข๐๐ฌ ๐๐๐ข๐ซ๐จ๐๐ข ๐๐ง๐๐ข๐๐๐ง๐ญ ๐๐ง๐ฏ๐จ๐ฅ๐ฏ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ก๐จ๐ฆ๐๐ฌ ๐๐ก๐จ๐ง ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐๐๐ซ๐ณ ๐๐ฒ๐ฎ๐๐ง
Nairobi โ South Sudanese public figure Mariak Bol Majok has issued a clarification regarding an incident involving Thomas Thon Makorou and Tearz Ayuen, following public statements made by Thon that mentioned his name.
In a statement released on Tuesday, Mariak said it was necessary to clarify what he personally witnessed after receiving numerous inquiries since the matter surfaced.
According to Mariak, Tearz Ayuen did in fact meet Thomas Thon, contradicting claims made earlier by Thon. However, he noted that it remains unclear whether Tearz knew Thonโs identity at the time of their interaction.
Mariak explained that the encounter occurred in August at a popular hangout spot in Nairobi frequented by South Sudanese nationals. he said he was present with Tearz Ayuen, G*i Mayen, and some of Tearzโs relatives when Thomas Thon approached their table after recognizing him. he introduced Thon to Tearz and G*i, after which Thon appeared pleased to meet Tearz.
he added that Thon and Tearz later engaged in a friendly private conversation. However, tensions briefly arose when Thon accused one of Tearzโs relatives of filming him with a phone. The accusation was denied, and those present intervened to calm the situation, assuring Thon that no recording was taking place.
Mariak further stated that Thon later returned to their table accompanied by several individuals, including one who appeared visibly intoxicated and aggressive. The accusation of filming was raised again, but Mariak reiterated that no filming had occurred. Shortly afterward, he and his group decided to leave the venue.
โWhat happened to Thomas Thon after we left is unknown to me,โ Mariak said, adding that based on what he witnessed, he does not believe Tearz Ayuen assaulted or set up Thon.
he also dismissed claims and online discussions surrounding the type or cost of alcohol consumed during the incident, saying such details are irrelevant and should not be used to demean or mock anyone.
In his concluding remarks, Mariak called on both parties to resolve the matter peacefully and privately, urging that communities should not be dragged into a personal dispute.
โI strongly believe that my brothers, Tearz and Thon, should settle this issue amicably so that everyone can move forward and continue living together in peace,โ he said.