Ethiopians turned out in large numbers to vote in the seventh general election. Observers and competing political parties described the process as transparent and fair.
Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed (Dr.) praised citizens who voted despite enemy threats and other challenges. Assistant Commissioner Derartu Tulu cast her ballot at a polling station in Addis Ababa's Kirkos sub-city ward 4.
IGAD election observation team leader Specioza Wandira (Dr.) confirmed the process was coordinated and inclusive. Competing political parties noted that the public demonstrated its role as holder of sovereign power through active participation.
Newlyweds in Hossana town interrupted their wedding day to vote. Gedeo Aba Gada Bifoim Wako voted in Dilla town.
