By James Innocent
The Commissioner of Morobo County, Charles Data Bullen, on Thursday officially handed over a Nissan Patrol vehicle was donated by the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS).
According to the commissioner, the car will support the operations of the County Peace Committee established in September 2025.
According to county officials, the vehicle had been received more than a month ago but was not immediately transferred to the committee due to administrative and technical procedures, including documentation and asset management requirements. Authorities also cited the pending swearing-in of committee members, which is expected to grant the body full legal and operational status.
The handover ceremony took place at the County Headquarters in Morobo. Speaking at the event, Commissioner Data underscored the importance of the Peace Committee in promoting dialogue, reconciliation, and stability across the county.
He called on committee members to conduct themselves with integrity and impartiality. “Your daily actions and behavior will shape how the community perceives this committee. You must remain independent and neutral at all times, especially given the diversity of tribes and political affiliations within our county,” he said.
The Peace Committee is tasked with facilitating community-level conflict resolution and strengthening peaceful coexistence in Morobo County, an area that has experienced periodic tensions in recent years.
County authorities expressed confidence that with logistical support and community cooperation, the committee will be able to enhance local peacebuilding efforts.
The handover follows a separate administrative development within the county government.
Earlier this week, the Office of the Commissioner announced the suspension of the Acting Director of Peacebuilding, Mr. Ayume Joel Manoah, over allegations described as gross misconduct. No further details were provided, and the official has not publicly responded to the allegations.
The Peace Committee is scheduled to be sworn in next week and is expected to begin full operations thereafter.