The government of Jonglei State has ordered local government officials to return to their duty stations across the state within two weeks or else face replacement.

In a circular dated 19, May, 2026, seen by Eye Radio, the State Ministry of Local Government and Law Enforcement directed recently redeployed officials to report to their assigned counties within 14 days.

The affected areas include Bor, Twic East, Duk, Nyirol, Uror, and Fangak counties.

According to the circular, officials currently staying in Juba have been instructed to urgently return to the state headquarters in Bor unless they have official permission from the ministry allowing them to remain outside the state.

The ministry warned that any official who fails to comply with the directive risks being replaced and removed from the government payroll.

The circular also cautioned administrative officials against participating in political debates or partisan activities, saying the law prohibits civil servants from engaging in party politics.

State authorities say the directive is aimed at ensuring effective service delivery and strengthening local administration across Jonglei State.