Citizens’ Active Participation Vital for emerge of Democratic System – PM Abiy Ahmed

Addis Ababa, April 27, 2021(Walta) – Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (PhD) said that active participation of citizens is essential for the emerge of democracy in Ethiopia.

 

The Premier stressed the need for citizens’ active participation in various ways, especially during elections.

 

Besides self-preparation to take a voter’s card and vote peacefully, he called upon civic association organizations to contribute to the transparency and credibility of elections process.

 

The Premier further added on his Facebook page that civic associations are required to monitor the issuance of ballots, election campaigns, and voting processes.

 

He also added that citizens have an irreplaceable role in preventing clashes during the pre-election and post-election periods.