Kiir made the remarks at the reception ceremony of new CDF Dr. Paul Nang Majok on Thursday|Photo|Courtesy

The President of the Republic and Commander-in-chief of the South Sudan People’s Defence Forces has warned the organized forces against involvement in politics and directed them to concentrate on transforming the army into conventional institution, according to the Presidential Press Unit.

Gen. Salva Kiir Mayardit reportedly said on Thursday when he issued a directive to the new Chief of Defence Forces, Dr. Paul Nang Majok, to prioritize professionalism and integrity in his duties to enhance public service.

His press unit reported him  to have stressed the importance of these values in gaining the public trust and ensure safety of the territorial integrity.

“We warn SSPDF and other regular forces against involvement in politics, but rather to concentrate on their transformation process into conventional institutions.

“We will not allow anybody in uniforms to engage in politics because you have a different role to play in the country.

“To members of the military and other organized forces, from today onward, you must refrain from engaging in dirty politics”, he said.

The President also denounce vices such as land grabbing involving the army.

The Head of State further reiterated that SSPDF should be leading the operations in the clearance of illegal checkpoints along the major highways to ensure free passage of goods and services to the people across the country.

The new CDF Dr. Paul Nang Majok, in his acceptance speech reportedly promised to implement the directives from the president, aiming to reorganize and modernize the Army.

He also promised to put the welfare of soldiers first and ensure they have modern equipment and technologies to perform their duties effectively.