{"id":51759,"date":"2026-05-07T12:43:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-07T12:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/jubaglobal.com\/?p=51759"},"modified":"2026-07-20T21:41:48","modified_gmt":"2026-07-20T21:41:48","slug":"president-kiir-presides-over-sspdf-command-handover-at-bilpam-7","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/jubaglobal.com\/?p=51759","title":{"rendered":"President Kiir Presides Over SSPDF Command Handover at Bilpam"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>.has-drop-cap:first-letter{font-size:4em;line-height:0.8;font-weight:bold;float:left;padding-right:8px;color:#DC2626}<\/style>\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">Juba, May 7, 2026 &mdash; His Excellency President Salva Kiir Mayardit today witnessed the official handover of command of the South Sudan People&rsquo;s Defence Forces (SSPDF) at Bilpam Military Headquarters.<\/p>\n<p>The ceremony marked the transition of leadership from General Dr. Paul Nang Majok to General Santino Deng Wol as the Chief of Defence Forces (CDF).<\/p>\n<p>Addressing the leadership and ranks, President Kiir called for unity of command, discipline, and close coordination across all security institutions. He stressed that a professional and united army remains central to safeguarding peace, stability, and national unity.<\/p>\n<p>The President urged all officers to serve with integrity, commitment, and a clear sense of duty to the people of South Sudan.<\/p>\n<p>The Minister of Defence, General Chol Thon Balok, pledged full support to the new leadership and reaffirmed the Government&rsquo;s focus on reforming and strengthening the military.<\/p>\n<p>General Santino Deng Wol expressed gratitude for the trust placed in him and committed to enhancing operational readiness, professionalism, and effectiveness within the SSPDF.<\/p>\n<p>The outgoing Chief of Defence Forces, General Dr. Paul Nang Majok, thanked the President for the opportunity to serve and pledged continued support to ensure a smooth transition.<\/p>\n<p>The ceremony underscored a clear message: a united, disciplined, and professional military is essential to securing lasting peace and stability in South Sudan.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<p><em>Source: Office of the President, Republic of South Sudan. 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