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Abdella Praises the Role of the Late Foreign Minister in the 
Liberation War 
 
GIC 
Khartoum(sep.2,2005)  
The Chairman of the EMP has exp ressed his deep sorrow about the 
death of the late Eritrean Foreign Minister who had le ft very unique 
stamps in the Eritrean liberatio n war as explained ambassador 
Abdella Adem. Mr Abdela  said that his mind t ook him back to the 
days of the armed struggle recalling the great roles and precious 
contributions of the hero Ali Said to liberate Eritrea. Mr.Adem said 
that he had known the late Eritrea n hero as a disti nguished fighter 
and leader who was highly respected by his troops and comrades. He 
said that he met the late at Agembssa, Samhar Regions, where he was 
a commander of a division; at a time the EPLF had three divisions; 
and the passed away was characteri zed by very unique leadership 
characters and courage. Mr. Adem made clear that the late foreign 
minister was among the very few who had offered precious 
contributions for Eritrea. It is really  unfortunate not to able to take 
part  at the funeral ceremony of a dear friend who had been known 
for his faithful friendship, amicabil ity, courage and kindness amid 
his friends, colleagues, comrades a nd troops, said Adem. Eritreans 
are enduring an ordeal because of th e repressive political situation in 
Eritrea, stated Mr.Adem. The mi serable situation in Eritrea has 
prevented Eritreans from sharing with each other happiness and 
sorrows." So long we are not a ble to extend our condolence the 
family of the late from a nearby, I would like to give my condolence 
through the Eritrean media outlets," added Mr. Adem, the 
Chairman of the EMP. "This reflects the magnitude of oppression 
the Eritreans are living." He conclud ed, his cursory statement to the 
GIC, that Eritrea has lost a hero who passed away in a very critical 
situation, said Adem.