SPLM SG MEETS WESTERN EQUATORIA STATE SPLM CHAIRPERSON TO ASSESS PARTY READINESS FOR THE UPCOMING CONGRESSES
September 8, 2026
SPLM Secretary General Cde. Dr. Akol Paul Kordit today held a high-level consultative meeting at the SPLM National Secretariat with the SPLM State Chairperson and Governor of Western Equatoria State, H.E. Cde. Daniel Badagbu Rimbasa, to review ongoing grassroots activities and evaluate party readiness for the upcoming lower-level Congresses, internal primaries, and the highly anticipated Third National Convention.
During the strategic deliberations, the two leaders meticulously reviewed the mobilization status of SPLM structures across all counties, payams, and bomas of Western Equatoria State. The leaders discussed comprehensive operational timelines to guarantee a well-organized congresses at all levels, while placing strong emphasis on enforcing transparent internal selection guidelines as the party prepares its cadres for the primaries and the landmark Third National Convention.
Furthermore, Governor Badagbu briefed the Secretary General on how state governance initiatives align with the SPLM manifesto to foster grassroots unity, peace, and socio-economic development.
SPLM Secretary General Cde. Dr. Akol Paul Kordit lauded the Western Equatoria State leadership for their steadfast dedication to party principles, stating that the SPLM remains the steadfast vanguard of the people's aspirations for peace, unity, and prosperity.
In a decisive call to action, the Secretary General urged all SPLM leaders at all levels to report to their respective constituencies immediately. He emphasized that as the party marches toward its Third National Convention, the utmost priority is to fortify grassroots structures, consolidate internal democracy through transparent primaries, and ensure that the party machinery is fully energized at all levels, noting that Western Equatoria State continues to demonstrate exemplary leadership in organizing membership and maintaining party discip
line.