ADDIS ABABA – “A key mark of changes within the defense forces has been to build professionalism over political allegiances.”
So stressed Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed in his address at the culmination of the 7th Ethiopian National Defense Forces (ENDF) Day celebrations held yesterday in Adama city, reported Office of the Prime Minister.
Prime Minister expressed pride in the Force highlighting key reforms that have been taking place within the military to address issues of transparency and other gaps, noting the results thus far have been remarkable, according to the Office.
On the event, Air Force Commander Brigd.Gen.Yilma Merdasa explained that the ENDF 7th Day was aimed to create good relations between the Force and the public at large, inspire members of the Force and raise public confidence on the Force, among others, it was learnt.
Also, Oromia State President Lemma Megersa underlined that the celebrations had been used to reiterate the Forces’ commitment toward the sovereignty of the country and its people. “ENDF is not only a national pride but it is also internationally reputable.”
The celebration went with a theme:“We will maintain constitutional loyalty and public base to sustain ongoing reform.”
The Ethiopian Herald February 15/2019
BY ABDUREZAK MOHAMMED
