(LOA BOMA, MAGWI COUNTY) – The Mayor of Nimule Municipal Council, Ceasar Longa Fuli, has called for stronger unity between community leaders, security forces and residents in Loa Boma as part of efforts to strengthen peace and stability in Eastern Equatoria State.
The remarks were made on 9 June 2026 at the conclusion of a two day follow up meeting held in Loa Mission. The meeting reviewed progress on implementation of resolutions agreed during the 2025 civil military dialogue process.
Mayor Fuli delivered greetings from the Governor of Eastern Equatoria State, Louis Lobong Lojore, stating that the state leadership continues to support initiatives aimed at promoting peace, improving security and enabling the safe return of displaced families to their communities.
He expressed appreciation to PAX for funding the programme, which was organised by the Justice and Peace Commission of the Catholic Diocese of Torit. The initiative was designed to assess how previous dialogue agreements between civilians and security institutions have been implemented at local level.
The mayor said civil military dialogue remains an important mechanism for building trust and addressing tensions between communities and security forces. He noted that such engagement helps improve cooperation and supports local stability.
He urged political leaders to prioritise unity over party interests, stressing that community security and the return of displaced families should remain a shared objective. He said coordinated leadership is essential for achieving lasting peace and development in the region.
Mayor Fuli also called on religious leaders to maintain neutrality and provide guidance to communities through faith based support and mediation. He encouraged them to support efforts aimed at encouraging people living in displacement sites and abroad to return and contribute to rebuilding local areas.
He appealed for messages that promote reconciliation, forgiveness and unity among residents, adding that citizens also have a role in maintaining security by reporting concerns to relevant authorities. He said community participation is a key part of ensuring safety.
The mayor commended the work of security forces in maintaining peace in the area and urged them to continue working closely with local leaders and civilians. He also advised that arrests and security operations should involve local leadership structures to support proper identification and fair handling of cases.
He added that military installations are intended to protect civilians and should not be seen as sources of intimidation. He stressed the importance of maintaining trust between communities and security institutions.
Mayor Fuli concluded by stating that sustainable peace depends on cooperation, trust and mutual respect among all stakeholders. He called for full implementation of the resolutions agreed during the dialogue process so that communities can begin to experience practical improvements in safety and livelihoods.
The follow up meeting brought together government officials, members of organised forces, religious leaders, civil society representatives and community members from Loa Boma and surrounding areas.