President Bola Tinubu has conferred the national honour of Member of the Order of the Niger (MON) on every member of the Super Eagles that participated at the just concluded 2023 AFCON.
The Nigerian National Honours are a set of awards bestowed to recognize and reward outstanding citizens.
The honours are also sometimes conferred on foreign nationals who have contributed significantly to the development of the country.
The National Honours was established by the National Honours Act CAP. N.43 of the Laws of the Federation of Nigeria, 2004. The Act empowers the president to establish by warrant, the Nigerian Order of Dignity to honour deserving citizens who have contributed to the development and progress of the country, as well as to any human field of endeavour.
The honours are divided into different categories and levels, each representing a specific rank and significance
Here’s the benefits of the MON honour:
- The MON is the last in the hierarchies of national honours
- The Member of the Order of the Niger is bestowed on individuals who have made notable contributions to the nation.
- It recognizes achievements and positive influence in respective fields, including sports, entertainment, journalism, and social advocacy.
- The award captures all activities of individuals adding value to the country in all spheres of human endeavour.
- Rewards hard work.
- Encourages the spirit of excellence.
