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Africa-Press<\/a> – Ethiopia<\/a>. <\/strong><\/span>Addis Ababa, May 12\/2021 (ENA) Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has extended to Ethiopian Muslims a message of congratulations on the 1,442th Eid al-Fitr, stressing the need for steadfast unity of Ethiopians more than ever.<\/p>\n

He noted in his message that Muslims gather for Eid prayers demonstrating that there is unity and strength in gathering.<\/p>\n

Just as praying together can bring many blessings, so does working together for a purpose have a miraculous result, the prime minister underlined.<\/p>\n

Abiy said it is difficult to think of war and hatred, but of mercy, forgiveness, and love during this period.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs we celebrate this year\u2019s Eid al-Fitr, our country Ethiopia is facing more challenges than ever. We know that our pool is rough, our roads are thorny,\u201d the premier added.<\/p>\n

Due to the Grand Ethiopian Renaissance Dam and the upcoming election, the country is facing many challenges.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe know that achieving these two will open the door to greater success for us. It is clear that a successful election will open a new chapter in our democracy,\u201d Abiy noted.<\/p>\n

According to him, every patriotic Ethiopian knows that the completion of the GERD will bring enormous light of prosperity.<\/p>\n

\u201cNot only for us, but our age-old rivals are well aware that our two major projects would make a significant contribution to the country by overcoming the problems that have plagued us for centuries, freeing us from dependence on others and increasing our recognition in the Horn of Africa. Their persistent intimidation came from that,\u201d the premier revealed.<\/p>\n

He underlined that by resisting these intimidation many of the far-sighted citizens are making great contributions at home and abroad.<\/p>\n

\u201cIf we do our part on the GERD and other national interests, we can create the capacity to cure our country\u2019s problems for centuries,\u201d the PM stated.<\/p>\n

Abiy urged the faithful \u201cyou to continue praying for our people and country as in the holy month of Ramadan by praying for grace and blessings, peace and love for the country.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Africa-Press – Ethiopia. Addis Ababa, May 12\/2021 (ENA) Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has extended to Ethiopian Muslims a message of congratulations on the 1,442th Eid al-Fitr, stressing the need for steadfast unity of Ethiopians more than ever. 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