He is remembered in Ethiopian political history for his following contributions and historical impact:

He is remembered in Ethiopian political history for his following contributions and historical impact:

• The Waz League: He formed and led the Waz League. The league notably organized classes on Marxist-Leninist ideology for military personnel, positioning itself as a central player in the ideological shaping of the revolution.
• Writings & Legacy: He was a prolific political writer. During his time with the Waz League, he authored a defining text known as "The Ethiopian Revolution (Tasks, Achievements, Problems, and Prospects)".
• Death: He was killed in February 1977 during a violent coup within the Derg.