18/02/2026
Response to Allegations Made by Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth Regarding Hon. Dak Duop Bichiok's Return to SPLM in 2012.
1- Hon. Dak Duop Bichiok Dak is a seasoned and politically mature leader who has long been an influential figure in South Sudan's political landscape. His return to the SPLM was not the result of any manipulation or external influence by Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth, Hon. Dak Duop’s decision was based on his own political vision, principles, and understanding of the evolving political environment. He is a political scientist in his own right, with a deep understanding of governance and the complexities of South Sudan’s politics.
2- The claim made by Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth that Hon. Dak Duop Bichiok voted for the unity of Sudan during the referendum in 2011 is completely false. This accusation is nothing but a "white lie." Hon. Dak Duop voted for South Sudan’s independent in Renk County, in the presence of Hon. Deng Akuei Kak, the current Deputy Governor, who was then the Commissioner of Renk County. This fact is a matter of public record and should not be distorted,
this demonstrated his selfless commitment to serve the people of South Sudan.
3- Hon. Dak Duop Bichiok influenced and sent majority of Gajaak community members from Renk to Longechuk and Maiwut Counties for them to vote for freedom of this great nation, self-determination.
4- Hon. Dak Duop Bichiok served the people of South Sudan in numerous capacities,
as Governor of Upper Nile state and as National Minister of Labour from 2010-2011. He is well known figure to every South Sudanese and President knows his capacity.
4- Hon. Dak Duop Bichiok and his team in 2012 made a wide range consultation on his decision to join SPLM, he met prominent SPLM leaders the like of Dr. Riek Machar the then Deputy Chairman, Cde Pagan Amum, the then Secretary General, Cde Rebecca Nyandeng De Mabior and Cde Dr. Majak Agoot where he discussed numerous issues of National and partisan important, and the reception was organised to welcome Hon. Dak Duop Bichiok in the SPLM which was attended by Senior Leaders of SPLM including Dr. Riek Machar, Cde Pagan Amum, Cde Rebecca Nyandeng De Mabior and Dr. Majak De'Agoot, but Ezekiel Lol who claimed to have been the one who brought Hon. Dak Duop Bichiok to SPLM was there as ordinary personal attending the event.
5- Let the country watch over Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth because he is currently working underground to cause another trouble in the country.
6- Ezekiel Lol’s claim of possessing an army within the SSPDF command is without merit because we have only one Cammander in Chief of Army (SSPDF) which is H.E Gen. Salva Kiir Mayardit, there is no evidence to support his claims of having a personal military force. If so this could be a tactic to advance his personal or hidden agendas against the government of President Salva Kiir Mayardit and it is important for the public to remain cautious of such rhetoric.
7- From Ezekiel Lol's family background, they are well known for bloodshed and violence activities, they caused conflict between Anyuak of Ngele and Cie Nyejaani 30s years ago, they also caused the conflict between Cie-Nyejaani and Cie-Waw for nearly 20s years ago, his family backgrpund is known for being cursed by Kun Thoal (senior spiritual leader in Jikany land) for the case of stolen cows from spiritual father Kun Thoal, they were asked to return the cows to the owner, but they refused, and that was the beginining of the curse, Ezekiel's uncle who stole the cows were bite by the snake and immediately died, and in the following years his two uncles and father were also killed in Ngele after they stole cattles from Anyuak, the results shocked the family and cie nyejaani as whole and the blames were directed to the one who refused to return the cows to well known spiritual father Kun Thoal, the theft activities began from his forefathers.
8- Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth canceled the crude oil marketing committee and he negotiated directly with the companies that buy the crude oil and got a lots of kicks back from the companies because he has offered them big discount which has never happened before. He knows how to used crude oil Pre-sell to loot the money for his personal gain. The crude oil and people’s blood run in his body like Blue Nile River. He was removed from his position because he was prime minister of corruption in the country and immediately an investigation committee was constituted by the president as a results of pre-sell of crude oil. The investigation was dropped simply because of the peace process in order for peace to prevail.
9- Hon. Dak Duop Bichiok is highly respected and widely popular in Upper Nile State, South Sudan, and in his homeland. His leadership is rooted in the values of integrity, service, and commitment to peace and progress, and he remain pillar of support for his community.
10- The claims that Ezekiel Lol used his Resources to serve Gajaak Community, it is white lie, Ezekiel has been feeding himself and his wife, because they are living in their house alone, the claim that he is feeding Gajaak Community is baseless, Gajaak Knows who is kindhearted when it's comes to giving to needy population.
In conclusion, any claims or accusations made by Ezekiel Lol Gatkuoth should be disregarded in the strongest terms possible. These statements are rooted in personal grievances and are not reflective of the truth. Hon. Dak Duop Bichiok’s leadership stands on a solid foundation of service to the people, and his reputation remains unshaken by such baseless allegations.
Therefore, Gajaak Youth and leaders in and outside South Sudan are calling for revocation of appointment of Ezkiel Lol Gatkuoth from his position as Minister of Public Service and Human Resource Development, because he does not serve the best interest of Gajaak Community.
I urge everyone to focus on the progress and unity of South Sudan, rather than engaging in divisive rhetoric aimed at undermining dedicated leaders.
