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August 4, 2009 (BOR TOWN) –– Governor Kuol Manyang Juuk condemned the killing of 185 civilians and SPLA troops by Murle tribesmen in Akobo, Jonglei state.
 Gov. Kuol Manyang (2nd L back row), Deputy Gov. Mar Nyuot (L in red tie), Deputy Speaker (C) and Agriculture Minister (crown & R) watches Anyuak dancers on Tuesday August 4. (phto by Philip Thon Aleu)
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Speaking at a swearing ceremony of state Agriculture minister, Isaac Agiba, Mr. Kuol said he hopes this could be last fight between the Murle and Lou Nuer ethnic groups.
The governor also welcomed the quick respond by the UN mission in Sudan.
A team of UN and south Sudan, Jonglei officials is due to visit Akobo on Wednesday to access the aftermath of Sunday’s dawn attack at Geni River near Mareng.
During the swearing service at the council of ministers’ hall where moods were dense, Murle and Lou Nuer intellectuals alike either condemned or avoided talking about the deadly raid.
State minister for Agriculture Isaac Agiba replaces Biar Deng Biar relieved during the first reshuffling early June, 2009. Members of Mr. Isaac’s community performed traditional dance in front of the hall to celebrate the event.
Anyuak community, so far peaceful tribe in Jonglei state, danced to swift off the mourning faces of state where 185 people died on Sunday. Anyuak traditional leaders crowned Mr. Isaac to strength more confidence in him and respect to his leadership.
Deputy Gov. Hussein Mar, Speaker Jodi Boyoris, state ministers and commissioners attended the swearing event.
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