JUBA – South’s Sudan Vice President for Economic Cluster, Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel, praised President Salva Kiir Mayardit for his promotion to the rank of general, pledging to serve the country with loyalty and discipline.
On Monday, the head of state promoted Bol Mel, who serves as the vice president and chair of the economic cluster, to the rank of four-star general in the National Security Service, along with other senior officers.
These include the Minister of National Security, Mamur Obte Mete, and the presidential advisor on National Security affairs, Madut Dut Yel, who were both promoted from lieutenant generals to full generals.
In his letter seen by Sudans Post on Monday, Bol Mel extended his gratitude to the commander in chief of armed forces, Gen. Kiir, for his promotion.
“Throughout my career, H.E. the President has guided me and challenged me to take on greater responsibilities in my service to the nation, and I remain committed to living up to that trust,” he said.
The vice president also praised Mama Mary Ayen Mayardit, the First Lady, for helping and nurturing him.
He also honored military who continue to protect the country and its people from adversaries.
“The National Security Service is the guardian of our sovereignty, peace, and stability. I salute the men and women of the Service whose sacrifices protect our people each day,” he added.
“It is my privilege to join them in their daily mission of safeguarding our nation, defending our citizens, and upholding the rule of law,” Bol stressed.
The newly promoted general pledged to uphold the values of discipline, loyalty, and selflessness.
“As I take up this role, I stand devoted to the ethos of loyalty, discipline, and service above self, as expected of me by H.E. the President, my colleagues, and all citizens.”
“At the same time, in my role as vice president and chairperson of the economic cluster, I will ensure that our security institutions and operations support sustainable economic growth in the country.”
He emphasized that the true test of NSS work will be the South Sudanese’s ability to live in peace and raise their children in a nation of progress and opportunity.
