Hon.Eng. Lual Chol Dak

The people of Warrap State-Capital Kuajok turn out in huge numbers and said their words yes to the social peace and peaceful coexistence and a thousand welcome to the man of unity and peace, Ambassador Bol Wek Agoth and his accompanying delegation to capital Kuajok.
We are eyes witnesses to this historical event.
A million congratulations to my people in Warap State that gathered with spirit of unity behind the man of peace. This is how social fabric change is made for a better future of tomorrow generation.
Thank you, people of Warrap for the outstanding reception and hospitality. May God bless South Sudan.
خرجت اهل واراب عاصمة كواجوك من بكرة ابيها وانطقت كلمتها ..نعم لسلام الاجتماعي والتعايش السلمي والف مرحبآ بالرجل الوحدة والسلام السفير بول ويك اقوط والوفد المرافق لسيادته في عاصمة واراب كواجوك. ونحن شهود علي هذا الحدث التاريخي. مليون مبروك لأهلي في واراب اجمع علي هذا روح الوحدة خلف رجل السلام. هكذا تصنع التغير الاجتماعي من أجل غد أفضل. شكرآ اهلي في واراب لحسن الاستقبال والاستضافة.
يبارك الرب جمهورية جنوب السودان.

𝐋𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐃𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦 𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐫𝐚𝐩 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞

Your Excellency, Governor Bol Wek Agoth, and the entire resilient community of Warrap State,

Please accept my profound gratitude and sincere appreciation for the gracious invitation to participate in the highly crucial consultative forum, hosted by your esteemed office with the citizens of Warrap State residing in Juba. The event, held at the distinguished Freedom Hall, under the poignant and vital theme "An Inclusive Approach to Restoring Peace and Security," was truly an exemplary gathering.

It was inspiring to witness the convergence of diverse voices – including revered leaders, esteemed chiefs, dynamic youth representatives, and influential women – all united by a shared commitment to charting a peaceful and secure future for Warrap State. Such broad participation is, in itself, a powerful testament to your vision for genuine reconciliation and progress.

Your Excellency, I wish to particularly commend you for taking this *unprecedented and courageous step* to directly confront and address the root causes of the persistent problems and insecurity within Warrap State. This initiative demonstrates visionary leadership and a profound understanding of the complex challenges facing your people.

The proposed and championed approach, to "Prioritize law and order through a hybrid system that empowers traditional authorities in conflict resolutions," is a stroke of genius. It acknowledges the deep-rooted wisdom and cultural legitimacy of traditional leadership, integrating it with contemporary governance to create a resilient and contextually relevant framework for justice and peace. This strategy promises to bring justice closer to the people, enhance accountability, and foster sustainable conflict resolution from the grassroots level upwards.

I left the forum with immense hope and optimism for the future of Warrap State. Such dedicated efforts to foster inclusivity and empower local mechanisms are not only vital for the stability and development of Warrap but also serve as a powerful beacon and a commendable model for peacebuilding across the entirety of South Sudan.

Thank you once again for this invaluable opportunity to engage in such a pivotal discussion. I stand ready to support any initiatives that emerge from these crucial deliberations for the betterment of Warrap State and our beloved nation.

With the highest regards and deepest respect,

Sincerely,

𝘌𝘯𝘨. 𝘓𝘶𝘢𝘭 𝘊𝘩𝘰𝘭 𝘋𝘢𝘬
𝘍𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘦𝘳 𝘋𝘎 𝘰𝘧 𝘗𝘦𝘵𝘳𝘰𝘭𝘦𝘶𝘮 𝘈𝘶𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘳𝘪𝘵𝘺
21𝘴𝘵 - 𝘑𝘶𝘯𝘦- 2025
𝘑𝘶𝘣𝘢

𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙤𝙧𝙮 𝙈𝙚𝙨𝙨𝙖𝙜𝙚 𝙩𝙤 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙧𝙖𝙙𝙚 𝘼𝙢𝙗𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙖𝙙𝙤𝙧 𝘽𝙤𝙡 𝙒𝙚𝙠 Agoth

I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to Comrade and Friend Ambassador Bol Wek Agoth on your well-deserved appointment as the Governor of Warrap State and Chairman of the SPLM in the State after swearing-in officially today at SPLM House.
Your appointment is a mark of confidence in your leadership, dedication, loyalty and commitment to the SPLM’s vision and mission. We trust that under your stewardship, Warrap State will enter a new phase of peace, security, the rule of law, and sustainable development. We are confident that you will be the solution to many of the challenges facing the state and that your leadership will inspire hope and progress for all its citizens.

May your tenure be marked by success, prosperity, and impactful service to the people of Warrap. You have our full support, Comrade, as you take on this great responsibility in advancing the SPLM’s values and the aspirations of our people.

We wish you all the best, continued strength, and good fortune in this noble journey.

Forward ever, backward never.

SPLM Oyee!
South Sudan Oyee!
Gen.Salva Kiir Mayardit Oyee

Date: April 28th, 2025
Farewell Message
Dear Honorable Leadership, Distinguished DGs, and Esteemed Colleagues,
I would like to begin by expressing my deepest gratitude to His Excellency Gen. Salva Kiir Mayardit, President of the Republic of South Sudan, for the trust and confidence he bestowed upon me by granting me the opportunity to serve as the Director General of the Petroleum Authority within the Ministry of Petroleum.

As I formally conclude my tenure, I am profoundly honored to extend my sincere appreciation to the Ministry Leadership, Technical Advisors, National Consultants, and the entire staff for the exceptional collaboration, unwavering trust, and invaluable support accorded to me throughout my service.

It has been an extraordinary privilege to serve the Ministry and the nation in this capacity, entrusted with the vital responsibility of advancing the governance, regulation, and strategic development of South Sudan’s petroleum sector. Together, we embraced numerous opportunities and achieved significant milestones, including the successful resumption and stabilization of production activities in Blocks 3 & 7, the strengthening of institutional frameworks, the advancement of strategic partnerships, and the reinforcement of the sector’s regulatory environment.

While we rightly celebrate these achievements, we also encountered substantial challenges. Yet, through resilience, professionalism, and a spirit of collective endeavor, we overcame them and sustained progress.

As I hand over the responsibilities to my distinguished colleague, Eng. Joseph Ezbon, I do so with full confidence in his technical expertise, institutional experience, and leadership acumen. I am certain that under his stewardship, the Petroleum Authority will continue to grow.
In this regard, I would like to highlight key strategic challenges that warrant continued attention and focus:
The strategic and regulatory management of the decommissioning process;
The delicate coordination required for the transfer of Petronas’ shares to safeguard operational continuity and national interests;
Production increment and flow assurance across all Blocks;
The comprehensive ex*****on of the Environmental Audit;
Strengthening engagement with foreign partners to foster sustainable investment amidst evolving geopolitical and financial landscapes;
The licensing of new exploration blocks, balancing technical, legal, and strategic considerations to attract responsible investors while upholding national priorities;
Preparation for the expiration of the Exploration and Production Sharing Agreements (EPSA) for Blocks 3 & 7 in February 2027, requiring extensive coordination with partners to ensure transitional arrangements, resource stewardship, and sectoral stability.
Although my journey in this particular role concludes, my commitment to the development and prosperity of South Sudan’s petroleum sector remains unwavering. I remain ready and willing to contribute in any capacity deemed necessary toward the continued advancement of our beloved nation.

In closing, I extend my heartfelt thanks to each and every one of you for your dedication, professionalism, and the spirit of partnership that we have shared. May the Ministry of Petroleum and the Petroleum Authority continue to flourish in their noble service to the people of South Sudan.

I convey my sincere gratitude once again and wish you all continued success, growth, and prosperity in your respective roles and future endeavors.

Yours faithfully,

Eng. Lual Chol Dak
Outgoing Director General of Petroleum Authority
Ministry of Petroleum
Republic of South Sudan

Date: April 24th, 2025

To:
His Excellency Gen. Salva Kiir Mayardit
President,
Republic of South Sudan, Juba

Subject: Expression of Gratitude Appreciation for the Opportunity to Serve at Ministry of Petroleum.

Your Excellency,
With deep humility and sincere appreciation, I write to express my heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity and trust you granted me to serve as the Director General of the Petroleum Authority under your visionary leadership.
It has been a great privilege to contribute to our nation’s journey toward energy independence and economic recovery during this important chapter of the petroleum sector. With your unwavering support and strategic direction, we were able to record several key milestones, including:
The successful resumption of crude oil production in Blocks 3 & 7, which has been instrumental in restoring national oil output and revenue flow;
Improvement of production facilities ensuring safer and more reliable operations across all blocks;
Enhanced flow assurance and operational stability, leading to minimized production interruptions and system bottlenecks;
Increment in production levels and sustainability initiatives, aligning with national development goals and long-term sector resilience in Blocks 3 & 7, Blocks 1, 2 & 4, and Block 5A.
These accomplishments reflect the collective efforts of the dedicated teams within the Ministry, the Authority, and our partners, all under your unwavering support and commitment to national progress. While, we celebrate these achievements, we also faced complex challenges that tested our resolve, including:
The strategic and regulatory management of decommissioning process;
Petronas’ divestment from the Joint Operating Companies, which required delicate coordination to safeguard continuity and national interest;
Engagement with foreign partners to foster sustainable investment partnerships, especially amidst a dynamic geopolitical and financial environment;
The licensing of new exploration blocks, which involved balancing technical, legal, and strategic considerations to attract responsible investors while upholding national priorities.
The expiration of Exploration and Production Sharing Agreement (EPSA) for Blocks 3 & 7 in 2027, which has demanded extensive coordination with partners to plan for transitional arrangements, resource stewardship, and long-term sector stability.
As I transition from this role, I take this moment to warmly congratulate the incoming Director General, Eng. Joseph Ezbon. As a long-serving insider and capable technical professional in the Ministry, I am confident that he has knowledge and dedication vision required to elevate the Petroleum Authority to greater heights. I have no doubt that he will deliver beyond expectations and further your legacy of progress and reform.

As I conclude my service at the Ministry of Petroleum, I reaffirm my loyalty and continued readiness to serve our nation in any capacity deemed fit. I remain confident that the Petroleum Authority will continue to build on the solid foundation laid and achieve even greater milestones under new leadership.

Thank you once again, Your Excellency, for your trust, support, and the opportunity to serve our nation during this critical time.

May the Almighty continue to bless you with wisdom and strength as you lead our country toward lasting peace and prosperity.

Yours respectfully,

Eng. Lual Chol Dak
Former Director General of Petroleum Authority
Ministry of Petroleum
Republic of South Sudan

Easter is a sacred season - a time for peace and hope.

"blessed Easter wish" typically conveys a desire for happiness, peace, and God's blessings on the Easter holiday.
Wishing you a blessed and joyous Easter! May this special time bring you peace, love, and renewal.

May this be the season in which South Sudan is reborn into a nation where our diversity strengthens us,

Blessed Easter!