Ratlhogo Peter Calvin, appearing as the prosecution’s final witness during the 46th session at Freedom Hall in Juba, detailed how Mam Pal reportedly shared confidential details concerning military mobilization, intelligence procedures, and militia coordination. The proceedings were presided over by state prosecutor Ajo Ony’Ohisa Igele.
Peter presented a series of video and photographic evidence, claiming the material was extracted from devices including a Samsung Galaxy 2, an iPhone 16 Pro Max, and a Nokia smartphone manufactured by HMD Global OY.
The expert also submitted WhatsApp exchanges between Mam Pal and several individuals, among them Buom Janguan, William Deng, Gatriathiang, and General Hokdor Chuol.
According to the testimony, one of the messages attributed to William Deng detailed a meeting between First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar, then Nasir county commissioner Gatluak Lew, local chiefs, youth representatives, and White Army leader Tor Gille Thoan.
According to the testimony, one of the messages attributed to William Deng detailed a meeting between First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar, then Nasir county commissioner Gatluak Lew, local chiefs, youth representatives, and White Army leader Tor Gille Thoan.
A message read, “Our Almighty God be with them to overrun the SSPDF Dinka,” suggesting coordination prior to the attack.
Another exchange indicated, “The First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar held a meeting with the Nasir commissioner and White Army leaders to allow SSPDF soldiers into Nasir, but they refused,” further implicating high-level discussions allegedly connected to the incident.
Another exchange indicated, “The First Vice President Dr. Riek Machar held a meeting with the Nasir commissioner and White Army leaders to allow SSPDF soldiers into Nasir, but they refused,” further implicating high-level discussions allegedly connected to the incident.
Peter also showed images of ammunition believed to have been used during the attack, alongside messages indicating the White Army’s refusal to follow certain orders.
Evidence presented by the prosecution suggested that Mam Pal received messages about the arrest of Petroleum Minister Puot Kang, referring to his detention at the National Security Service headquarters, known locally as “the Blue House.”
Evidence presented by the prosecution suggested that Mam Pal received messages about the arrest of Petroleum Minister Puot Kang, referring to his detention at the National Security Service headquarters, known locally as “the Blue House.”
Additional messages reportedly listed victims of the Nasir attack, including Tor Gile Thoan, and contained prayers for the White Army’s success in pushing South Sudan People’s Defence Forces (SSPDF) out of the region, to which Mam Pal allegedly responded, “Amen.”
The forensic expert also displayed a screenshot of a money transfer, showing Mam Pal sent $15,000 to a recipient in the United Arab Emirates, accompanied by images of Kalashnikov rifle ammunition.
The forensic expert also displayed a screenshot of a money transfer, showing Mam Pal sent $15,000 to a recipient in the United Arab Emirates, accompanied by images of Kalashnikov rifle ammunition.
Peter concluded that Mam Pal was active in several WhatsApp groups opposed to the government and had shared a letter from First Vice President Dr. Machar with multiple contacts.
During the same session, defense attorneys raised concerns regarding the treatment of detainees. Lead lawyer Dr. Geri Raimondo Legge accused security officials of subjecting the accused to degrading conditions, including prohibiting them from wearing suits, confiscating books, and conducting intrusive searches.
During the same session, defense attorneys raised concerns regarding the treatment of detainees. Lead lawyer Dr. Geri Raimondo Legge accused security officials of subjecting the accused to degrading conditions, including prohibiting them from wearing suits, confiscating books, and conducting intrusive searches.
Two applications were filed: one requesting visitation rights for the lawyers and another alleging violations of constitutional rights.
Responding to these claims, prosecutor Igele acknowledged the defense’s right to visitation, provided it adhered to detention rules, but rejected allegations of mistreatment.
Responding to these claims, prosecutor Igele acknowledged the defense’s right to visitation, provided it adhered to detention rules, but rejected allegations of mistreatment.
He argued that searches and dress restrictions were standard procedures designed to maintain security, citing Section 93(6) of the 2008 Code of Criminal Procedure.
Igele emphasized that detainees were not shackled, appeared in regular clothing in court, and had access to family visits and medical care.
The defense countered that some searches were conducted in an invasive manner, down to inner clothing, and insisted that the court should ensure humane treatment for all accused.
The accused, including Machar and seven others—Puot Kang Chuol, Mam Pal Dhuor, Gatwech Lam Puoch, Lt. Gen. Gabriel Duop Lam, Camilo Gatmai Kel, Mading Yak Riek, and Dominic Gatgok Riek—face a wide range of charges, including murder, conspiracy, terrorism, treason, destruction of public property, and crimes against humanity.
Prosecutors allege that the SPLA-IO forces allied with the White Army killed 257 SSPDF soldiers, including commander General David Majur Dak, and destroyed or seized military equipment valued at approximately $58 million during the Nasir attack.
The court has adjourned proceedings until Wednesday, February 4, 2026, when it is expected that further digital forensic evidence and expert testimony will be presented.
The defense countered that some searches were conducted in an invasive manner, down to inner clothing, and insisted that the court should ensure humane treatment for all accused.
The accused, including Machar and seven others—Puot Kang Chuol, Mam Pal Dhuor, Gatwech Lam Puoch, Lt. Gen. Gabriel Duop Lam, Camilo Gatmai Kel, Mading Yak Riek, and Dominic Gatgok Riek—face a wide range of charges, including murder, conspiracy, terrorism, treason, destruction of public property, and crimes against humanity.
Prosecutors allege that the SPLA-IO forces allied with the White Army killed 257 SSPDF soldiers, including commander General David Majur Dak, and destroyed or seized military equipment valued at approximately $58 million during the Nasir attack.
The court has adjourned proceedings until Wednesday, February 4, 2026, when it is expected that further digital forensic evidence and expert testimony will be presented.
Meanwhile, the defense continues to press for assurances that the rights and dignity of the accused are upheld while in custody.
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