In a surprise move, Sudan's Rapid Support Forces (RSF) have set up a civilian administration for Gezira State in central Sudan. The team comprises 31 members, led by Sadiq Ahmed. This decision follows chaos in the state since the army withdrew from the Wad Madani base on December 18 last year, which the RSF took over. The RSF announced the formation of a civil council, electing Ahmed as its head. The election took place with significant participation from local civil society figures.