“If Akol Koor was arrested, who is Garang not to be arrested?” – Ateny
Government spokesperson and Minister of Information, Communication Technology and Postal Services, Ateny Wek Ateny, has dismissed widespread speculation that authorities are planning to arrest Ambassador Garang Deng Aguer, describing the claims as unfounded rumours circulating on social media. Speaking during a gathering organized by the Aweil South Football Association at Yam Hotel on Saturday evening, […]
“I didn’t come to arrest anyone”_ Ateny breaks silence on Europe trip amid online storm
The Minister of Information and government spokesperson, Ateny Wek Ateny has denied claims that his visit to Europe was linked to any attempt to arrest a UK-based government critic Simon Dee, following days of intense online speculation. In a public statement posted on his Facebook page, Ateny dismissed the allegations as baseless, insisting that his […]
Nimule shock: Ateny confirms arrest of ex-finance minister Bak
South Sudan’s Minister of Information, Communication, Technology and Postal Services, Ateny Wek Ateny, has confirmed the arrest of former Minister of Finance Bak Barnaba Chol at the Nimule border while allegedly attempting to cross into Uganda. Speaking to the media, Ateny said Dr. Bak was apprehended by security authorities at the border and immediately returned […]
