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From: Berhane Habtemariam (Berhane.Habtemariam@gmx.de)
Date: Tue Jun 21 2011 - 07:09:30 EDT
Martyrs Day Commemorated In Nacfa At National Level
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20 June 2011 - Martyrs Day was today commemorated in Nacfa town at the
national level with patriotic spirit.
In the commemorative event that took place in Fidel "Pe" trench in which
government officials and thousands of nationals participated, President
Isaias Afwerki said that the unparalleled enthusiastic celebrations of the
20th anniversary of Independence Day marked a prelude to the commemoration
of Martyrs Day in the historic town of Nakfa.
The President further noted that there are basic facts which remind all
citizens that the annual commemoration of Martyrs Day is closely interlinked
with Independence Day celebrations that include the need to ensure that the
nation achieve continued all-round development and dynamism through hard
work; in which citizens enjoy equal opportunities and rights as well as one
where social justice prevails, among others. (For details, see full text of
the President's speech)
Speaking on the occasion, the Administrator of the Northern Red Sea region,
Ms. Tsegereda Woldegergis, indicated that the commemoration of Martyrs Day
in the historic town of Nacfa shoulders citizens heavy responsibility to
reinforce commitment in honoring the trust of martyrs.
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Skeletons of martyrs along the Nacfa Front that were collected by the people
and members of the Defense Force were made to rest with high esteem in the
Patriots Cemetery. President Isaias laid wreath at the cemetery, followed by
the Head of Organizational Affairs at the PFDJ, Mr. Abdalla Jabir, Defense
Minister Sebhat Ephrem, the Chairperson of NUEW, Ms. Leul Gebreab, and the
Administrator of Northern Red Sea region, Ms. Tsegereda Woldegergis.
After planting a tree seedling, President Isaias, accompanied by senior
officials and the general public, observed clothes and various tools used by
the martyrs in their daily activities that were discovered along with the
skeletons.
Various cultural programs featured on the occasion highlighting the
steadfastness and dedication of the freedom fighters, as well as the
participation of the people in the struggle.
President Isaias Afwerki's Speech on Martyrs Day Commemoration 2011 in Nakfa
http://www.shabait.com/images/stories/Pictures/zzzzpreisdentnacfa.jpgPreside
nt Isaias Afwerki's Speech on Martyrs Day Commemoration 2011 in Nakfa
Participants
Patriotic Eritrean people
inside the country and abroad
The unparalleled enthusiastic celebrations witnessed during the 20th
Independence Day anniversary in which the entire Eritrean people turned out
in mass certainly marked a prelude to the current commemoration of Martyrs
Day in the historic town of Nakfa.
There are basic facts which remind us that the annual commemoration of
Martyrs Day is closely interlinked with Independence Day celebrations:
First, ensuring that the nation achieve continued all-round development and
dynamism through hard work;
Second, a country in which citizens enjoy equal opportunities and rights as
well as one where social justice prevails, in view of the fact that the
nation belongs to all and the dear martyrs laid down their lives for the
dignity of all;
Third, apart from remembering the heroic feats and noble cultural values of
the martyrs, we should equally take stock of the progress Eritrea has
registered to-date so that it becomes a country where citizens take pride of
their achievements and where civilized values thrive.
Hence, it is the supreme duty of all citizens not only to keep aloft the
memory of the martyrs but also erect lasting monuments and works of art in
their honour.
What makes this year's commemoration of Martyrs Day in Nakfa special is that
it once again refreshes our memories of this historic place.
It is equally worth noting that beyond colorful observances of Martyrs Day,
we should exert unremitting endeavors to transform Nakfa into the true
capital of our martyrs.
I would like to thank all those who made due contribution to the success of
today's event.
Glory to our Martyrs!
Victory to the Masses!
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