On behalf of the Leadership and all members of the National Salvation Front, I extent heartfelt condolences to the family, relatives, friends of Sultan Laki Yoana, the people of Lainya County in particular and South Sudan in general for the loss of this great elder, father and a passionate revolutionist.

To NAS, Sultan Laki is a hero, a martyr who sacrificed his entire life for the people and the Republic of South Sudan. The Leadership of NAS and its members salute and honour this dignified elder and father and promises that we shall continue the struggle to hoist the flag of freedom, justice and prosperity in South Sudan.