President Endorses Appointment of Six High-Ranking Military Officers

President Dr. Mulatu Teshome decorated six high ranking military officers in recognition of their outstanding performance on their positions.

Three of the officers have been promoted from Brigadier General to Major General while the remaining three have been promoted from Major General to Lieutenant General.

Accordingly Brigadier Generals Zewdu Eshete, Teklebirhan Wolde Aregay and Kinfe Dagnew have all been decorated with the title of Major General while Major Generals Abrham Woldemariam, Adem Mohammed and Birhanu Jula have all claimed the rank of Lieutenant General.

Speaking at the event, President Dr. Mulatu Teshome said members of the defense forces of the country are discharging their duties in supporting the country's development journey.

The President also appreciated the army's contribution in peace building process of the country as well as that of the East African region and the continent at large.

Ethiopian Prime Minister and Commander In Chief of the Army, Hailemariam Desalegn also noted the promotion is a result of the successful reform and capacity building activities inside the army.

The appointees were decorated for their great achievements in execution of their duties, managerial capacities, skills and disciplines.

Source: allAfrica.com