PRESIDENT John Magufuli and other leaders have said that without peace and tranquillity, it would be difficult for the country to develop.
Speaking at the Heroes Day celebrations
held for the first time here, Dr Magufuli, Zanzibar President Ali
Mohamed Shein and Retired Union President Ali Hassan Mwinyi underscored
the need for peace in the country.
Thousands of Dodoma residents thronged
the Mashujaa Grounds in this municipality yesterday to witness the
historic day. President Magufuli used the occasion to extol peace
virtues, taking time to remind Tanzanians on the importance of
maintaining peace.
“Today is an important day to remember
our heroes who sacrificed themselves to ensure that this country remains
peaceful. As we remember them, we should cherish peace, unity and
tranquillity,’’ he stressed.
He said the heroes who died for the
country’s cause did not consider their religious or tribal differences,
but were moved on by the highest degree of patriotism. “Even if I die
today, the most happiness that I will leave this world with is when my
country shall remain peaceful,’’ said the president.
Speaking at the celebrations, retired
President Ali Hassan Mwinyi asked Tanzanians to put aside every
difference and consider peace and love. Mr Mwinyi said what Dr Magufuli
told residents at the Mashujaa Grounds was a reality of what he pledged
during his presidential campaigns last year.
He asked Tanzanians to pray for him to
ensure he succeeded in all endeavours, especially in making sure that
the country remains peaceful. His sentiments were echoed by Zanzibar
President Ali Mohamed Shein who asked Tanzanians to put into practice
what the two leaders had taken time to preach.
“In ensuring that we promote peace for
our country, I will work together with President Magufuli to strengthen
unity, peace and tranquillity,’’ he said. The ceremony was spiced by
ample pomp and colour with members of the uniformed forces mounting a
special military drill that attracted attention from members of the
public.
People from all works of life started
thronging the Mashujaa Grounds as early as 7:00 am. Security was beefed
up to ensure that everything was in order.
The celebrations were attended by
various national leaders, including Union Vice-President, Ms Samia
Suluhu Hassan, First Lady Janeth Magufuli and Deputy Speaker of the
National Assembly, Dr Tulia Ackson.
Others were Speaker of the Zanzibar
House of Representatives, Mr Zubeir Ali Maulid and retired prime
ministers Mr Samuel Malecela and Mr Mizengo Pinda.
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