Addis ababa: The present generation should repeat the victory achieved by their forefathers in protecting the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the country with development, members of the Ethiopian Patriots Association said.
According to Ethiopian News Agency, the 85th Victory Day was celebrated at the Victory Monument Square in Arat Kilo, Addis Ababa today. Speaking on the occasion, Mekonnen Meshesha, a patriot, emphasized that the forefathers and foremothers of Ethiopia have protected the sovereignty of the country with great sacrifice and handed it over to the current generation.
Mekonnen highlighted that the precious price paid for sovereignty has become a symbol of freedom not only for Ethiopians but also for oppressed peoples of the world. He further stated that this victory and dignity can have a lasting meaning when the present generation repeats the glorious victory achieved by their forefathers through development.
He noted the responsibility of the generation to hand over the country they inherited to the future generation with dignity by getting educated and working tirelessly day and night. Similarly, another patriot, Sergeant Dibaba Chala, remarked that heroism is not only limited to battlefields; thus, youths should collaborate in making poverty history.
Another patriot, Yidnekachew Bantemulu, emphasized that the youths need to protect the country and develop it equipped with the valor of their forefathers. For her part, patriot Seble Nigatu commended the youths for engaging in development and innovation, encouraging them to strengthen their activities.