
30/07/2025
Press Release
30/07/2025
Yesterday the 29/07/2025, the SPLA-IO escorted 17 SSPDF soldiers who deserted from Ghal Achol training camp and reported to Chuil Payam on 28/07/2025. They will be handed over to local authorities in Langkien, Nyirol County HQS for better service delivery.
Those 17 were part of the 40 SSPDF soldiers who deserted Ghal Achol training center on 27/07/2025 and scattered across the surrounding areas in search of save passage back to their homes. They were among conscripts brought from Juba and Malakal.
The SPLA-IO directs all its forces around Nasir and Ulang to continue to assist any deserted soldier who reports or surrenders peacefully.
The SPLA-IO commends the action of the soldiers on the ground in those areas for showing Nationalism and professionalism.
The struggle continues.
Col. Lam Paul Gabriel
SPLA-IO Spokesperson GHQs