{"id":42792,"date":"2026-02-10T13:30:02","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T11:30:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.onecitizendaily.com\/?p=42792"},"modified":"2026-02-10T13:30:02","modified_gmt":"2026-02-10T11:30:02","slug":"adil-commends-azande-kingdom-says-its-revival-means-cultural-preservation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.onecitizendaily.com\/index.php\/2026\/02\/10\/adil-commends-azande-kingdom-says-its-revival-means-cultural-preservation\/","title":{"rendered":"Adil commends Azande Kingdom, says its revival means cultural preservation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><em><strong>By Yiep Joseph<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<p>The Governor of Central Equatoria State (CES), Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has described the revival of the Azande Kingdom as a major step toward strengthening cultural preservation and promoting national unity.<\/p>\n<p>Governor Adil made the remarks in a message to the people of Western Equatoria State as they celebrated the fourth anniversary of the restoration of the Azande Kingdom.<\/p>\n<p>He noted that the Kingdom serves as a vital center for cultural preservation and an avenue for fostering peaceful coexistence among communities.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe revival of the Azande Kingdom is not only a triumph for cultural preservation but also a step toward national unity and peaceful coexistence across South Sudan,\u201d read part of a statement released by the Central Equatoria State government\u2019s press unit.<\/p>\n<p>According to the statement, Governor Adil reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening cooperation between Central Equatoria and Western Equatoria states in various sectors.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe deep-rooted ties between Central Equatoria and Western Equatoria\u2014built on agriculture, social harmony, and economic cooperation\u2014are vital to our shared prosperity,\u201d Adil said.<\/p>\n<p>The governor also commended President Salva Kiir Mayardit for his role in restoring traditional authorities across the country.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI distinctly commend President Salva Kiir Mayardit for his steadfast support in restoring traditional authorities, recognizing their essential role in peacebuilding and community stability,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n<p>On behalf of the government and people of Central Equatoria State, Governor Adil extended warm congratulations to the Azande Kingdom on the celebration of the fourth anniversary of its restoration in Western Equatoria State.<\/p>\n<p>The restoration of the Kingdom, achieved on February 9, 2022, under the kingship of His Majesty King Atoroba Peni Rikito Gbudue, marked the revival of the historic legacy of King Gbudue.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAs you gather to celebrate this year\u2019s anniversary, Central Equatoria State remains committed to strengthening our partnership,\u201d the governor said. \u201cWe look forward to continued collaboration in promoting our heritage and sustainable development.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By Yiep Joseph The Governor of Central Equatoria State (CES), Emmanuel Adil Anthony, has described the revival of the Azande Kingdom as a major step toward strengthening cultural preservation and promoting national unity. 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