Addis Ababa Mayor Adanech Abiebie speech at the dedication ceremony of the Adwa Victory Memorial highlighted the following points:
- To preserve our freedom; The heroes of Adwa, who made history so that we can build history, deserve respect and thanks.
- Commemoration of the victory of Adwa with a high architectural art that fits the story; It is built on 11 blocks and 5 floors, fitted with modern technology that meets timeless international quality.
- The Ethiopians abandoned all their grievances and differences during the Adwa war and stood united for the country and wrote together bravely.
- In the commemoration of the victory of Adwa, the victories of Adwa that were not seen were highlighted; It is where scattered historical evidence is collected.
- Where those who were forgotten were remembered in the commemoration of the Eid victory; It is where their unwritten history has been written and will be written.
- At the Adwa victory memorial, the stories of the untold heroes who fought were highlighted and all of them were given their rightful places.
- We believe that the commemoration of the victory of Adwa will fill the gap in history and narrative and will mend the brokenness.
- In commemoration of the victory of Adwa, the real victory of Adwa; Generations will learn that it is the result of strength and unity.
- Commemoration of Adwa victory yesterday from today; Our bridge that connects today with tomorrow. It is our gift to future generations.
- A children's museum is also included so that children can learn the importance of unity and perseverance, victory and patriotism from our history of victory.
- If we build the Adwa Victory Memorial with dedication and honesty, it shows us that we can save a lot of history that will be passed on from generation to generation, beyond meeting today's needs.
- Our capital, Addis Ababa, is not only the diplomatic center of the world and the seat of the African Union, but it is also a major tourist attraction that has a memory of the victory of all black people.