Top brass of the Ethiopian National Defense Forces has arrived in Jigjiga to participate in the 47th anniversary celebrations of the East Command.

Field Marshal Birhanu Jula, Chief of Staff, and General Abebaw Tadesse, Deputy Chief of Staff, were both welcomed by Mustafe Mohammed, President of the Somali Region, along with senior military and regional officials.

The anniversary celebrations, which will continue until August 8, are expected to feature various events commemorating the East Command’s longstanding contributions to national defense. The presence of high-ranking military officials underscores the significance of this occasion.

According to information from the Defense Forces, numerous dignitaries and military personnel are anticipated to attend the festivities. The convergence of top military leadership in Jigjiga highlights the importance of the East Command within Ethiopia’s broader defense structure.

The arrival of both the Chief and Deputy Chief of Staff signals the military’s united front in recognizing the achievements and history of the East Command as it marks nearly half a century of service to the nation.