Critics slam NBG governor’s county tours as wasteful
Critics in Northern Bahr el Ghazal are accusing Governor Simon Uber Mawut of wasting public funds on political ceremonies, citing that his constant tours for grassroots events come at the expense of desperately needed public services. While the governor’s office defends the county-to-county celebrations as vital for connecting with citizens, a section of critics argues […]
Family of jailed critic urges Governor Uber to fulfill pardon promise
The family of Mr. Dut Kuot Akook, a government critic jailed for defamation, has appealed to Northern Bahr el Ghazal Governor Simon Uber Mawut to honor his public promise of releasing him. Dut Kuot, a former employee of the state’s Ministry of Finance, has spent over 14 months behind bars following a fallout with Governor […]
