BY LAKACHEW ATINAFU
The history of Ethiopia laid its foundation on fraternity co-existence and mysterious magnetism and strong bond that mesmerized the world and the country continued to be symbol of black independence for various reasons.
The battle of Adwa is a gear shift incident for Africans who had been on the sea of darkness starting from Trans-Atlantic slave trade to colonization and neo-colonialism. Humiliating the first white defeat in the black continent for the first time, white racists began to navigate the globe sowing hatters and vengeance among fraternity to sustain indirect rule of black man ruling in black skin.
The history of Ethiopia has so far been treated as the biography of great men. Numerous articles and books have been written concerning the achievements. But one has to keep in mind that Adwa involved the effort of many an Ethiopian martyrs whose name is no longer known. Adwa and all other Ethiopian victories were won by thousands of nameless freedom fighters.
So beyond its name, the battle of Adwa signifies and dignifies Ethiopianism and African solidarity. Thanks to chronology, the coming of Abiy Ahmed at this critical epoch would be bright hope for the Horn region, Africa, and the rest marginalized nations.
In modern history and civilized culture, humanity could never be emancipated from despotism and tyranny unless men begin to understand the effort of effortlessness as a great effort.
War can be interpreted as someone’s cognition; however the war in Ethiopia has a meaning beyond. First of all, conflicts raised in the north most is believed to sustain that because of the head of snake is in another north most tracing under the snow and sleepless to batter with Africa.
The implementation of the peace agreement that was signed between the government and TPLF requires the active participation of Ethiopians at home and abroad and some Ethiopian Diasporas, especially the Tigrayans should shun warmongering, a call was made.
Speaking to local media, an Ethiopian Diaspora Dagnawfire Samuel reminded those groups that have engaged in undermining the peace accord that the two-year conflict has caused loss of lives and immense suffering of the people on both sides of the conflict. “Accordingly, the Diaspora community living in different parts of the globe should support the realization of the peace for the benefit of the people and economy of Ethiopia.”
There are still many activities remaining to implement the accord. Article six of the peace agreement stipulated the Disarmament, Demobilization and Reintegration (DDR) of combatants and such kinds of activities takes time and resources and demand the participation of all actors including Diaspora Ethiopians.
The agreement is a foundation for peace and will be the basic element for future better economic, political and social trajectory of the country. However, some anti-peace elements at home and abroad have tried to ruin the peace agreement and dismantle the country and the situation demands proportional response from peace-loving Ethiopians.
Tigray Diaspora Negasi Beyene said the people of Tigray have suffered a lot due to the conflict and the peace agreement is a milestone to ensure lasting peace in the state and in the country at large. “War will not be a source of solution to problems. Due to the conflict that was erupted by the interest and pressures of both internal and external actors, the people of Tigray have been extremely ravaged.”
Commending the historic moves of the signatory parties, Negasi insisted the two sides to be committed for the implementation of the Pretoria agreement and Nairobi declaration. “The Diaspora community is also expected to give overwhelming support to the execution of the accord which is expected to be a basic millstone for ensuring peace and stability in Ethiopia.”
“In order to realize the prosperity of Ethiopia, it is necessary to establish a lasting peace.” Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (P.hD.) said that to make Ethiopia’s prosperity a reality, it is necessary to establish a lasting peace. The Prime Minister stated this when he gave an explanation and response to the questions raised by MPs regarding the opening speech of Her Excellency President Sahlework Zewde on Oct 10, 2022.
When Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed responded to a question raised by the House regarding the peace negotiations; He said that it is not always possible to live in war and to continue the prosperity of Ethiopia, it is crucial to end the war and come to peace talks.
The prime minister stated that forces that seek benefit from war do not always want peace. He explained that it is vital to work together so that the issues promised in the negotiations are implemented. The prime minister said that the work of humanitarian assistance to the citizens of the war-affected areas, building infrastructure and repatriating the displaced from their homes to their villages is being done with great attention.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed stated that the inclusive national dialogue is a great hope to solve almost all of Ethiopia’s complex challenges. He said that it is essential for the commission to work together in order to be effective in carrying out its duties and responsibilities. Immediate assistance and rehabilitating the citizens affected by the war is the center of attention.
The Prime Minister said that his government will focus on supporting and rehabilitating citizens affected by the war. The Prime Minister stated that the works of immediate assistance to the citizens affected by the war, including food aid, and rebuilding the damaged infrastructures are being carried out, and the resettlement of the citizens displaced due to the conflict will be carried out in the future.
As smooth diplomatic relations put the country at the advantageous position, he explained that strong diplomatic work was done on the principle that the challenges of Africans should be solved by Africans. He explained that especially in the last 3 months, good relations have been established with the neighboring countries of Eritrea, Somalia and Sudan, and the same work has been done with the US and European countries and this will continue to be strengthened.
He expressed his gratitude for the support and role of these bodies for the peace agreement signed in the country. Of course, they deserve it. In his response and explanation regarding the negotiations between The Federal Government and TPLF militant group, he said, “Ethiopia will benefit from peace; Peace is rewarding. He said, “The only ones who are disturbed by peace are the brokers of war.”
The Prime Minister pointed out that war is not fair even if it is victorious. However, when something happens that challenges Ethiopia’s existence, supremacy and unity, it is a must to fight.
War is really devastating for economy and human beings. In this regard, The Prime Minister said, “If we are going through a continuous cycle of war, we will fail as a country.” He said that it is for the sake of our peace and prosperity that we make ending war our priority.
The agreement reached in Pretoria states that “we have gone one step, we have discussed, we have agreed, we have signed; the next thing we need to do is to fulfill our promise and make our peace permanent,” he said. He thanked all the countries that contributed to the success of the negotiation process.
On the other hand, one of the members of the House asked, “What is the government doing to uphold the rule of law, peace and harmony?” In his response, the Prime Minister mentioned that the government has a duty to maintain peace. He said that the action against the groups operating outside the law and order will continue.
The Prime Minister mentioned that there is no freedom and honor through terror, and it is not possible to live while killing citizens and the government is always open to peace. However, he said that legal action is being taken against those who act outside the law and attack civilians and destroy public resources, and this will continue to be strengthened.
In this regard, the terrorist Shene that claims to be “standing for the benefit of the Oromo people” has shown that it is an enemy of the people by killing civilians in the Oromia region, looting their resources and destroying the institutions that serve the people. He said that talking to a terrorist force is not bad if it brings lasting peace. The philosophy of existentialism advocates that everything is part of existence, so being compassionate for the needy might be the question that matters at this concurrent.
Editor’s Note: The views entertained in this article do not necessarily reflect the stance of The Ethiopian
The Ethiopian November 19/2022
