Addis Ababa, October 16, 2023 (FBC) – Ethiopians are celebrating the 16th National Flag Day with various events nationwide under the theme “The Prestige of Our Flag: A Guarantee for Unity and Sovereignty”
In her remarks on the celebration held at the House of Peoples Representatives, President Sahle-Work noted: “Our National Flag is the hallmark of epic, freedom sovereignty and sacrifices paid by our forefathers and foremothers,”
Forefathers and foremothers paid a huge sacrifice to preserve the freedom and unity of Ethiopia, the President underscored, calling all Ethiopians to give due respect for the national flag anywhere and anytime.
She stressed the need to teach the children and the youth on how to maintain love and respect for the national flag.
Apart from the President, the Speaker of the House of Peoples Representatives, Tagesse Chafo and the Speaker of the House of Federation, Agegnehu Teshager in tandem with members of the Ethiopian Patriots Association and other high level officials have attended the ceremony.
By Wondesen Aregahegn