By Our Reporter
NATIONAL
The President of the Republic of South Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardit has promoted his Vice President Dr. Benjamin Bol Mel to the rank of General in the National Security Service.
The recent appointment shared by Dr. Bol on his X-Handle on Monday, 15th September, 2025 signifies President Kiir’s grooming of the fast rising Dr. Bol to take over from him.
Just in May, 2025, Dr. Bol was appointed SPLM’s first Deputy Vice Chairman, placing him just a step below the President in the Party’s hierarchy. He is also the Chairperson of the Economic Cluster.
Dr. Bol’s full statement:
I wish to extend my deepest gratitude to H.E. the President and the Commander-In-Chief of the Armed Forces and Organized Forces of the Republic of South Sudan, Salva Kiir Mayardit, for the honour of promoting me to the rank of General in the National Security Service.
Throughout my career, H.E. the President has guided me and challenged me to take on greater responsibilities in my service to the nation, and I remain committed to living up to that trust.
I also thank the First Lady, H.E. Mama Mary Ayen Mayardit, and her family for supporting me and raising me under her wing. I appreciate the strength and values she has instilled in me as the foundation of my leadership.
The National Security Service is the guardian of our sovereignty, peace, and stability. I salute the men and women of the Service whose sacrifices protect our people each day. It is my privilege to join them in their daily mission of safeguarding our nation, defending our citizens, and upholding the rule of law.
As I take up this role, I stand devoted to the ethos of loyalty, discipline, and service above self, as expected of me by H.E. the President, my colleagues, and all citizens. At the same time, in my role as Vice President and Chairperson of the Economic Cluster, I will ensure that our security institutions and operations support sustainable economic growth in the country.
The true measure of our work in the NSS will be the confidence of every South Sudanese to live in peace and raise their children in a nation of progress and opportunity.
