Ethiopian PM trains cabinet in military drills
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed says armed forces discipline builds stronger leaders and advances national development.
Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed has put his cabinet ministers and senior government officials through military training at the Hurso military training centre. Photos show the prime minister participating in exercises alongside ministers, deputy ministers, and heads of government institutions on October 31.
Abiy stated that military institutions offer valuable lessons in discipline, patriotism, teamwork, accountability, and leadership, which are necessary for Ethiopia's ambition to achieve universal prosperity. This training is unusual for senior civilian officials in Ethiopia.
The training aims to make leadership physically fit, morally strong, and intellectually capable. It is unclear when the training began or its expected duration, as Ethiopia faces continued fighting in parts of the northern Tigray region.
Why it mattersEthiopian cabinet ministers and senior government officials are undergoing military training to foster discipline and leadership skills.