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20261103 NAS Statement - Current Political Situation

In this statement, the National Salvation Front (NAS) examines the current political and constitutional stalemate in South Sudan, highlighting:

• The rise and fall of Dr Martin Elia Lomuré: The internal power struggle within President Salva Kiir's inner circle that led to the removal of the long-serving minister.
• The political and constitutional quagmire: Why NAS considers the caretaker administration unlawful, illegitimate and without a viable constitutional path to renew its mandate.
• The SPLM-IG party primaries: Emerging divisions, leadership struggles and shifting political influence in Upper Nile, Jonglei and Unity states.
• The ruling party's expected electoral manoeuvres: NAS's warning that the SPLM-IG hawks may seek to use the National Electoral Commission to justify postponing the December 2026 elections and prolonging the transitional period.
• Kiir's relinquishment of power: NAS's call for President Salva Kiir to relinquish office and engage in a genuine, inclusive and comprehensive national dialogue.
• International recognition and accountability: A call on the United Nations and African Union not to recognise the caretaker administration, and on international governments and institutions to suspend dealings with it.
• Protection of South Sudan's oil revenues: Proposals to safeguard the country's oil proceeds through credible organisations or secure escrow arrangements until a legitimate government is established.
• A path towards peace and federal democracy: NAS's renewed commitment to inclusive national dialogue, reconciliation, the rule of law and a democratic, federal South Sudan.