05/04/2026
Vote of Thank and appreciation !!!
I extend a sincere vote of thanks and heartfelt gratitude to the distinguished leaders, esteemed colleagues, devoted comrades, and cherished family members who, despite their demanding schedules, have graciously taken time to join us in commemorating the third memorial service of our beloved father, Paramount Chief, Late Sultan Robert Tungwar Kueigwong, at the family residence in Tongpiny. Verily, their presence exemplifies the words, "Where two or three gather in His name, there He is among them."
Special recognition is due to His Excellency Hussein Abdelbagi Akol Ayii, Vice President and Chair of the Service Cluster, whose unwavering support is a testament to the unity we strive for. We also honor Hon. Tut Gatluak Manime, Presidential Advisor on National Security Affairs; Hon. Charleman Peter Chawach, Presidential Advisor on Peace; Hon. Dr. Martin Elia Lomuro, Cabinet Affairs Minister; Hon. Ateny Wek Ateny, Minister of Information Communication Technology and Postal Services; Hon. Michael Chiangjiek G*y, Minister of Housing, Land and Urban Development ; Hon. Gen. Mangar Buong, Deputy Minister of Interior; Hon. Gen. Santino Deng Wol, Undersecretary of Veteran Affairs; and Hon. Cde. Baba Mendan Konyi, SPLM Deputy Secretary General, Gen James Gatduel Gatluak , Gen G*i Yoach D**g , Hon Gatjang Gieng - Deputy Governor of Unity State , Hon malual Tap Diu - 1st undersecretary of finance , Hon William Akoy - Undersecretary of humanitarian, Hon Beny Gideon Mabor , Former Minister of East African affairs , Amb Joseph Dut , Amb Philip Kau, Brother Daniel Magot , Chairman Elijah Manyok , Brother Abraham Gieth , Brother Bol Majok , Brother Tutlieth Jesh - Vice President of Spoc , chairman William Wijial Wuor , Hon Mary Paul Ngundeng , Hon John Dor Majok, Hon Goar Paul , Hon Thomas Maluit , Hon Kong Biel - commissioner and Hon Ling Gatgach Nhial , Dr Giel Thuok Yoach Thidor and many more individuals , friends , family present . Their esteemed presence has truly illuminated this sacred occasion, media houses and Presbyterian church reverences who prayed during the memorial of Paramount chief Tungwar Kueigwong Reat
On behalf of the entire Kueigwong family and myself, I declare our profound gratitude for your noble commitment in making this day a milestone. As the Scriptures teach us, "A good man leaves an inheritance to his children’s children," and indeed, late Sultan Robert Tungwar Kueigwong's impactful life has etched an indelible legacy that reaches beyond our family, beyond Leek Community, the people of Unity State, and the proud nation of South Sudan.
We pledge to honor this legacy, to stand as beacons of peace and unity, drawing inspiration and courage from his enduring example. "The Lord is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble," and it is in His strength that we commit ourselves to the ongoing preservation of his noble heritage.
This day would not have been possible without the steadfast support and sacrifices of beloved family members—our senior brothers, young brothers, daughters of Kueigwong Reat, resilient mothers, in-laws, and cherished friends. May the love and blessing of our father continue to guide and uplift each of you, as the Scriptures declare, "The Lord bless thee and keep thee; the Lord make His face shine upon thee, and be gracious unto thee." In unity, we march forward, fostering peace and prosperity throughout Unity State and South Sudan at large.
By Hon. Sultan Lam Tungwar Kueigwong
Undersecretary, Ministry of Water Resources and Irrigation
