28/10/2025
Gogrial East County Declares Four-Day Mourning for Late Mama Akokdit Achuil
GOGRIAL EAST, October 27, 2025 ,The Commissioner of Gogrial East County, Hon. Marko Garang Anyaar, has declared a four-day period of mourning in honor of the late Mama Akokdit Achuil, the wife of Bol Giir Thiik (Bol Makuei).
According to the statement issued by the county commissioner’s office, the mourning period will run from Monday to Thursday. The decision follows the return of the late Mama Akokdit’s body to her ancestral home for burial on Monday.
Mama Akokdit was widely recognized for her leadership and contribution to community development. Many in the Apuk community described her as a courageous speaker and a respected figure who was deeply committed to serving her people.
The county authorities extended their condolences to the family of Bol-Makuei Giir and the broader Apuk community, acknowledging the loss as a significant one for Gogrial East County.
May her soul rest in peace.