Reports reaching our newsroom indicate that Hon. Michael Makuei Lueth, the Minister of Information, Communication, Technology, and Postal Services, has survived an assassination attempt near Mapaw checkpoint while en route to Jonglei State a few minutes ago.

According to initial sources, unidentified armed men opened fire on the minister’s convoy, prompting a swift response from his security detail. The attackers reportedly fled the scene after an exchange of gunfire.

Details remain sketchy, but security forces have cordoned off the area and launched an investigation into the incident. No official statement has been released yet regarding possible injuries or suspects.

This is a developing story — more updates to follow.