Abaa Biyya Highlights the Role of Students in the Oromo National Struggle

Dr. Muhammad Shamsaddin Megalommatis

September 19, 2008

Discussing in various articles the preparatory work and the endeavours needed to be undertaken by Oromos in view of the liberation of Oromia and the institutionalization of an independent state for the Oromo Nation, I certainly imply that the Oromo youth, and more particularly the students, will be the main pioneers of the effort.

For every Oromo, becoming the leader of the struggle for National Independence is not a figure of speech; it is a down-to-earth reality that consists in an urgent need of the Oromo Nation. Instead of expecting everything (or almost everything) from leaders who are exposed to all sorts of pressure and blackmail, weaknesses and compromises, every Oromo should take the example of Oromo student activism and contribute – according to his/her possibilities – to the struggle for national independence. Read more