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SSOA Distances Itself from Unauthorized Remarks by Hon. Stephen Lual, Reinforces Alliance Solidarity

 

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This statement from the South Sudan Opposition Alliance (SSOA) clarifies its stance on a recent unauthorized communication allegedly made by Hon. Stephen Lual regarding an SSOA meeting with President Salva Kiir. The key points made by SSOA’s leadership are:

1. Role Clarification: Hon. Stephen Lual, affiliated with SSPM (a member of SSOA), does not hold the position of official spokesperson for the Alliance. As such, his statements do not represent SSOA's official position.


2. Alliance Unity: SSOA underscores its unity and commitment to its objectives, aiming to ensure solidarity among its constituent members.


3. Official Communication Protocol: Only the Chairperson, Hon. Josephine Lagu Yanga, the Secretary General, Dr. Lam Akol Ajawin, or other officially delegated leaders are authorized to issue statements on behalf of SSOA.


4. Correction Request: Hon. Stephen Lual is advised to limit his communications to his role within SSPM and avoid making misleading public statements on behalf of SSOA. SSOA requests SSPM to address this internally.



The statement is signed by Hon. Josephine Lagu Yanga, emphasizing the importance of following the established communication protocols to avoid public confusion or misrepresentation of SSOA's positions.

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