Eritreans celebrate I-Day

DUBAI — The Consulate-General of Eritrea and Eritrean expats in the UAE got together on Thursday at Sheraton Hotel, Deira to mark the 16th Independence Day of their country.

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Afkar Ali Ahmed

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Published: Sun 27 May 2007, 8:55 AM

Last updated: Sun 5 Apr 2015, 4:28 AM

The celebration was attended, among others, by Eritrean Ambassador Osman Mohammed Omer, Eritrean Consul-General Yohannes Teccemmichael, members of the diplomatic corps in Dubai, prominent personalities of the UAE and a large number of invitees.

A cultural performance, showcasing the culture and colourful heritage of Eritrea by a well-known Eritrean musical band was the highlight of the evening, which also featured poetry reading and singing of national songs.

“This is the day Eritrean freedom-fighters relished the taste of independence after 30 years of war and devastation,” Teccemmichael said.

He commended the Eritrean people’s unparalleled determination to get a sovereign Eritrea and thanked all those who had sacrificed to make the dream come true.


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