Ambo University on Saturday bestowed honorary doctorate degree on president Girma Woldegiorgis in recognition of his outstanding contributions on environmental protection and natural resource conservation. Speaking on the occasion, Prime Minister Hailemariam Dessalegn said President Girma deserves the recognition given his immense contribution on environmental preservation.
The President for his part expressed gratitude to Ambo University for considering his contribution and honouring him such a prestige.
The University also handed over another prize which was intended for the late Prime Minister Meles Zenawi to be kept in museum.
Deputy Prime Minister Demeke Mekonnen, Ministers and invited guests attended the ceremony.
