Romoke W. Ahmad
29 March 2011
On March 20, Tunisia celebrated her 55th Independence anniversary in a grand style across the world.
This was coming barely three months after the outbreak of the revolution of Tunisia, known as “the Jasmine” in the international media, which is sweeping across great part of the Arab world,.
The rebellion which began in mid-February, in Sidi Bouzid was inspired by the great martyr named Bouazizi saw the leader Ben Ali there overthrown.
According to the Tunisian ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Gouja Moncef , Tunisia is “an emerging country that joined the club of democratic countries on January 14 this year leading the path for other countries and nations in the region”.
The anniversary was celebrated in Abuja by the Tunisian envoy, he was joined by other diplomats, well wishers, and other friends of the country for successful transition to a democratic ruling after the revolution.
The ambassador and Tunisians present at the occasion applauded the invitees for celebrating the Tunisian revolution and their National day with them. Guests were treated to Tunisian dishes and drinks in honour to the martyr and greatness of their country.
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