By James Innocent
The Commissioner of Yei River County, Samuel Henry Malimbo, on Thursday received a delegation from the National Directorate Nationality, Passport and Immigration.
The visit was described as a courtesy aimed at strengthening service delivery in the area.
During the meeting, Commissioner Malimbo welcomed the team and said their presence in Yei reflects a commitment to national duty, particularly in ensuring that citizens have access to essential identification documents.
He noted that the issuance of national identity cards is a critical public service that enables citizens to access government programs and participate fully in national development.
He also emphasized the economic importance of the migration office, saying its services contribute to government revenue collection.
The Commissioner further urged the immigration authorities to seek support from the United Nations Mission in South Sudan (UNMISS) for the construction of a new office facility, citing the need for improved infrastructure.
He pledged to escalate the matter to higher authorities.
According to immigration officials, at least 2,500 national identity cards have been registered across the greater Yei region. Captain Philip Kwai, who led the delegation, said the visit was intended to formally greet the new county leadership and assess ongoing service delivery.
Kwai also appealed to the county administration to allocate a more accessible location for their operations, noting that the current office in Hai Jamia is not well known to many residents due to its hidden location.
Local authorities and immigration officials expressed optimism that closer collaboration will enhance access to identification services and improve administrative efficiency in the county.