Kiir, who argued any extension would deny citizens an opportunity to choose their leaders, urged parliament to pass the necessary laws to pave the way for the elections.
Parliament Speaker, Jemma Kumba said lawmakers would redouble their efforts to ensure that all the prerequisites for elections are met.
Kiir’s warning followed a proposal by the Vice President, Riek Machar that the country’s election be postponed to allow for adequate preparation.
South Sudan became independent in 2011 and after a peace deal in 2018 ended a civil war, elections were due to be held in February 2023.
However, the government of national unity of Salva Kiir and Riek Machar has failed to meet key clauses of the deal.
The nation is working to put into place a permanent constitution, an electoral commission and a unified police force, made up of pro-government and rebel factions that would provide security to the troubled nation.
