In the commune of Aït Aïssi, located in the daïra of Ath Douala, south of Tizi Ouzou, nine structures and streets were named after martyrs who died during the Algerian Revolution. The event took place on the occasion of Martyrs' Day, which was marked by the attendance of local authorities, representatives of the National Organisation of Mujahideen (ONM), and families of martyrs. A wreath was laid at the monument commemorating the 128 martyrs of the commune.
The ceremony began with the national anthem, followed by the reading of the Fatiha. The mayor of Aït Aïssi, Berchiche Ouahioune, delivered a speech in which he highlighted the significance of Martyrs' Day and the importance of honouring the memory of those who sacrificed their lives for Algeria's independence. He stated that 1.5 million Algerians gave their lives for the country's freedom.
The mayor's speech was followed by the official naming of the structures and streets. The communal library was named after martyr Mohamed Degdeg, while the road leading to the village of Ighil Bwezrou was named after martyr Makhlouf Chekiken. Other streets and buildings were also named after martyrs, including the cemetery, which was named after Si Amour.
The events continued with activities presented by students from Guemar, including songs, theatre performances, and a historical presentation on the Algerian Revolution. The programme aimed to educate young people about the significance of the revolution and the sacrifices made by martyrs.
In the prefecture of Tizi-Ouzou, the wali (governor) presided over the usual ceremonies, which included laying a wreath at the martyrs' square and honouring widows and daughters of martyrs. The wali also handed over decisions to integrate beneficiaries into various professional insertion programmes.
The commemorative events in Tizi Ouzou highlighted the importance of preserving the memory of Algeria's martyrs and promoting a sense of national pride and identity. The naming of streets and structures after martyrs serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made during the country's struggle for independence.
The events in Aït Aïssi and Tizi-Ouzou are part of a broader national effort to honour the memory of Algeria's martyrs and promote a sense of national unity and solidarity. The ceremonies and street namings serve as a testament to the country's commitment to preserving its history and promoting a sense of national pride.
Key points
- Nine structures and streets in Aït Aïssi were named after martyrs who died during the Algerian Revolution.
- The events in Tizi Ouzou were attended by local authorities, representatives of the National Organisation of Mujahideen (ONM), and families of martyrs.
- The wali of Tizi-Ouzou presided over the ceremonies in the prefecture, which included laying a wreath at the martyrs' square and honouring widows and daughters of martyrs.
