Distinct act of bravery in the protection and, or defense of national interest, public peace, and safety of life and property has defined some of the recipients that received the National awards on Tuesday.
In his opening speech at the event, President Muhammadu Buhari said that the National Honour was awarded to the individuals who have made remarkable achievements in any field of expertise where the person’s activities in that field have made significant contributions to the attainment of national goals and objectives.
He said that the immense contributions towards the upliftment of community, state, nation and, or humanity through achievements by way of inventions and bringing outstanding honour and glory to the state through personal dedication and patriotic commitment was also recognised,as service with integrity was also a basis for the selection process.
President Buhari said that the patriotic Nigerians and friends of the nations that were honoured , have distinguished themselves in various ways for the purpose of recreating a new Nigeria of dreams through respect for the rule of law, image laundering, transparency and accountability in management of scarce resources.
Buhari explained that the National Honours are not merely decorative, but they remind the people of an important part of their responsibility as citizens and urged the citizens to endeavour to do their best for the country.
