The Guardian Nigeria reports that several journalists have been detained over a viral video which showed President Salva Kiir wetting himself. Over six people who are working with South Sudan's National Broadcaster have been arrested as the video went viral and President Salva was seen wetting himself during an official event, the Union of Journalists in South Sudan was responsible for releasing the statement on Friday. The video showed the 71 year old President standing during the National Anthem during an opening ceremony in December and the President appeared to have been urinating on himself while standing. The six journalists were arrested on Tuesday following the viral video. The journalists were arrested because it is believed that they had connection in the release of the video clip to the public.

Source: The Guardian January 07, 2023 14:02 UTC