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SPLM accuses transitional officials of influencing party primaries

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The national secretariat of the Sudan People’s Liberation Movement (SPLM) said members of the transitional government were trying to influence the party’s primaries in favour of their candidates. Secretary-General Akol Paul Koordit referred the matter to the disciplinary committee without naming the officials or states concerned, according to Eye Radio.

The SPLM, the ruling party in South Sudan, is considering disciplinary action against transitional government officials suspected of interfering in its internal processes in favour of candidates of their choice. Its Secretary-General, Akol Paul Koordit, said in Juba on Tuesday that the party’s disciplinary committee was investigating the allegations and would publish its findings, Eye Radio reports.

Koordit called on transitional government officials to remain neutral and impartial during the SPLM primaries. He warned that those found guilty of interference would be held accountable and said the party was documenting alleged violations. The secretary-general did not identify the officials concerned or the states or administrative areas where the alleged incidents had been reported, Eye Radio reports.

The official also discussed the participation of serving military personnel in SPLM primaries and congresses. He recalled that such personnel cannot stand for civilian positions without officially leaving the army. According to him, the party has received resignation letters from some military personnel wishing to take part in the political process and is seeking to separate its political structures from the military apparatus, Eye Radio reports.

These measures come as South Sudan prepares for elections after the SPLM opened nominations on 3 October, followed by a threat of sanctions against dissidents announced on 17 October. The party subsequently announced on 1 November a reorganisation to win South Sudan’s elections.

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