The newly appointed minister in South Sudan’s Aweil East state has welcomed his appointment, saying it was a privilege to be appointed to serve the people of the state.
Governor Deng Deng Akuei on Monday split the ministry of information and appointed Daniel Akol Diing as the new minister of social development, culture, youth and sports.
“I am here by welcoming the new appointment as the Minister for Social Development, Culture, Youth and Sport for Aweil East State”, said Akol in his acceptance statement released to the public on Tuesday.
“I congratulate my Governor and SPLM State Interim Chairperson for the trust and confidence in me and for entrusting me with this very big position Gender and Social Welfare, Culture Youth and Sport which is the central nerve Ministry in the service delivery to the needy and vulnerable groups”, he added.