-Nation to mark 116th Army Day
ADDIS ABABA –Ethiopia’s able army that has the capability to withstand challenges has remained a beacon of hope for peace for Ethiopia and supported the stability of neighboring states, a high-ranking military officer said.
A panel discussion was held yesterday regarding the 116th Army Day. Addressing the gathering, the Head of the Information Department of the Ethiopian National Defense Force (ENDF) Gen. Getachew Gudina stated that the army is a hope of peace for the people of Ethiopia.
The ENDF is also carried out successful peace enforcing missions in East Africa by withstanding topographical problems of the region, lack of awareness of the society and material supply problems. Gen. Getachew further noted that consolidated efforts are underway to enhance the quantity, quality and efficiency of the army. The ENDF is renewing itself with the change, overcoming challenges and achieving notable results.
The army has registered tremendous victories over enemies since its establishment and preserved the country’s sovereignty and national unity without any interference.
The ENDF is working with the responsibility of sustaining Ethiopia by repelling the security that has been posed by local and foreign enemy quarters. “The army has been paying great sacrifices for the wellbeing of the people of Ethiopia and everyone should pay respect for this.”
Strengthening the army means of protecting and guaranteeing national security. In this regard, the ENDF has been paying noble sacrifices to protect the country and its people. Marking the day has a special significance to acknowledge and encourage those members who are paying different sacrifices.
For his part, ENDF Chief of Staff’s Military Affairs Advisor Lt.Gen. Almeshet Degife stated that extensive activities should be carried out to enhance the army’s capability of thwarting provocations. “Those groups who are involved in defaming the ENDF should halt such destructive activities.”
The ENDF must be respected and recognized for the sacrifices it has been paying to preserve the sovereignty of the country. Marking Army Day is essential to make ready for next missions. The whole community should encourage, glorify, strengthen and support the ENDF to further accomplish its mission effectively. Everyone should stand alongside ENDF, Lt. Gen. Alemshet appealed.
BY TSEGAYE TILAHUN
THE ETHIOPIAN HERALD WEDNESDAY 25 OCTOBER 2023
