Akkam Bultan
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Good morning every one
Wollega University
Sene 17, 2017 E.C. (June 24, 2025)
Akkam Bultan
እንዴት አደራችሁ
Good morning every one,
Your Excellency, Mr. Wakgari Nagara, Administrator of East Wollega Zone and member of Wollega University (WU) Administrative Board,
Your Excellency, Dr. Tesfaye Lemma, President of WU,
Dear Senate and Management Members of WU,
Dear Abba Gadas, Elders, and Religious leaders,
Dear Academic and Administrative staff of WU,
Dear families and friends of the graduates,
Most importantly, Dear Graduates,
Ladies and Gentlemen,
It is a distinct honor and a profound privilege to address you on this momentous day, representing the Administrative Board of Wollega University as we celebrate this extraordinary milestone. Today, we gather to recognize academic excellence and honor the remarkable journey marked by resilience, commitment, and the boundless potential within each graduate. On behalf of the University Administrative Board and in my capacity, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to today’s proud graduates.
Dear Graduates,
This moment marks not just the culmination of your academic journey but also the beginning of a new chapter filled with opportunities, responsibilities, and the calling to serve. You are stepping into a world that is changing rapidly and demands resilience, critical thinking, creativity, and ethical leadership.
As we celebrate your achievement today, let us also underscore the crucial role you play in shaping the broader vision of our country.
Through its Homegrown Economic Reform Agenda and Ten-Year Development Plan, the Government of Ethiopia has set forth a bold path toward sustainable and inclusive national transformation. At the heart of this vision is you, the graduates, the emerging generation entrusted to shape the nation's future with courage, creativity, and conviction.
Your role is not merely to participate in the economy but to reshape it. You are expected to lead in building a knowledge-driven society where science, technology, and homegrown innovation address pressing challenges across sectors such as agriculture, health, climate resilience, and digital transformation.
In answering this national call to action, I urge you to embrace three interrelated responsibilities that transcend professional boundaries and reflect Ethiopia’s highest aspirations:
1. Drive Innovation and Catalyze Job Creation
Our future depends on those who do not wait for opportunity but create it. Whether through scientific discovery, entrepreneurial ventures, or public service innovation, committed to solving real-world problems and uplifting communities. Be the architects of a productive, equitable, and sustainable economy that serves all Ethiopians.
2. Champion Peace, Unity, and Democratic Values
As Ethiopia strives to build a peaceful, inclusive society, your leadership is needed more than ever. Be the generation that chooses dialogue over division, reconciliation over resentment, and unity in diversity. As ambassadors of peace and social justice, your words and actions must help forge a stronger, more cohesive national identity grounded in mutual respect and shared progress.
3. Advance Educational Excellence and Institutional Integrity
The government's continued commitment to quality, relevance, and equity in higher education requires graduates who embody the highest academic and ethical standards. As alumni of Wollega University, you are called to carry forward a tradition of critical inquiry, integrity, and civic responsibility. Let your achievements contribute not only to your advancement but also to strengthening institutions and improving society.
Dear Graduates,
Getting your degree is not the end; it is just the beginning of a lifelong journey of growth and contribution. Whatever path you choose, working in government, private enterprise, community organizations, running your own business, or engaging in international endeavors, strive for excellence and take pride in all you do. Whether you stay in Ethiopia or abroad, always remember that your country needs your talents, integrity, and vision to shape a better future.
To the respected families and guardians gathered here today—thank you for your unwavering love, enduring support, and the many sacrifices you have made. Your firm commitment has played a vital role in helping these graduates reach this proud moment, and it is the foundation of the achievements we celebrate today.
To the esteemed academic staff of Wollega University—your unwavering dedication, expertise, and tireless commitment have shaped not only the minds of today’s graduates but also their values and resilience. You have empowered them to face the challenges of tomorrow with confidence, integrity, and purpose.
To the esteemed leadership and management of Wollega University your visionary guidance and unwavering commitment are not only cultivating an institution of excellence but also empowering minds, driving meaningful progress, and profoundly shaping the future of our country.
As I conclude, I urge you to step into the future with a degree in hand and a clear sense of purpose in your heart. Ethiopia’s future rests on individuals like you educated, principled, and committed to making a difference. Your contribution matters. Embrace that responsibility with pride and unwavering dedication.
Let your achievements inspire others. Let your journey spark positive change wherever life takes you.
Congratulations! May your path be bright, your work purposeful, and your future filled with boundless opportunities.
I Thank You
Galatoma
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