President Hassan Sheikh participates in the Flag Day celebration + Photos

Mogadishu (Caasimada Online) – The President of Somalia, Mr. Hassan Sheikh Mohamud, participated today in a national-level event that was highly commemorated for the Somali Flag Day, which symbolizes the freedom, unity, and existence of the Somali people.

The Flag Day event was attended by the Speaker of the House of the People of Somalia, the First Deputy Speaker of the Upper House, the Prime Minister of the Federal Government, the Chief Justice, and the commanders of the Somali National Armed Forces.

The commemoration, which took place at the national presidential palace, was also significantly attended by units from the Land, Air, and Naval Forces of the Somali National Army, who showcased an impressive display at the Villa Somalia.

They also demonstrated with military professionalism their commitment to defending the flag, the nationhood, the independence of the country, and the existence of the Somali people.

During the event, the president also delivered a brief speech highlighting the historical significance of October 12 and the role the Somali Flag plays in the honor and dignity of the Somali people.

He also pointed out that the flag is a symbol reflecting the unity of the people, the aspiration for freedom, and the sacrifices of the Somali heroes who fought for independence.

} “On this occasion, I would like to send special remembrance and honor to the heroes who sacrificed their lives for the freedom, independence, and unity of our country, while I pray to God to grant His mercy and paradise to all the Somali martyrs who gave their lives defending the country, the religion, the people, and the nation,” said the President.

On the other hand, he called on the Somali people to preserve the legacy of governance left to us by the freedom fighters, and to work together to strengthen unity, defend independence, and protect the existence of our nation.

The Somali flag was first raised on October 12, 1954, at a time when the Somali people were engaged in the struggle for independence and preparing for sovereignty; it symbolizes freedom, unity, togetherness, and the existence of the Somali nation, carrying the history of the long struggle that our ancestors and our heroes undertook for the freedom and dignity of their people.