South Sudan: South Sudan Army Says Oil Fields Under Full Protection

Jan 16, 2015 | Sudan Tribune
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The South Sudanese army (SPLA) said on Friday it remains in full control of oil fields in both Unity and Upper Nile states, downplaying threats from rebel forces.

SPLA spokesperson Colonel Philip Aguer told reporters on Friday that army troops were providing protection and that the security situation in the area remained stable.

“The oil fields have never been under control of anybody. They have been under full control of the SPLA and the general command assured the oil companies in Adar and Faluj that their protection is 100%,” he said.