Ethiopia troops serving with the African Union Support and Stabilisation Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) on Monday celebrated the 129th anniversary of the Battle of Adwa in Baidoa, South West State.
Ethiopia celebrates Adwa Victory Day annually on 2nd March to commemorate the historic defeat of the Italian army in March 1896, with this year’s celebration themed, “Adwa: The victory of Black People”.
South West State President, Abdiaziz Hassan Mohamed ‘Laftagareen’ delivered a message of goodwill to the AUSSOM Ethiopian troops at the event. “The day of Adwa is significant because of the struggle of Emperor Menelik II and his kingdom. The victory of Adwa is an inspiration to Africans, and Ethiopia,” said President Laftagareen.
Highlighting the strong historical and cultural ties between Ethiopia and Somalia, President Laftagareen praised Ethiopian troops for their significant contribution to Somalia’s peace and security.
