President Tinubu to Bestow National Honours on Distinguished Lawmakers on June 12

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will confer national honours on a select group of lawmakers during an upcoming state event scheduled for June 12, which also marks Nigeria’s Democracy Day. The ceremony aims to acknowledge and celebrate the public service contributions of these legislators.

According to official sources, the honours which include national awards like the Commander of the Order of the Niger (CON) and Officer of the Order of the Niger (OON) will recognise exceptional achievements and unwavering commitment to national development demonstrated by both current and former members of the National Assembly.

Though the list of awardees has not yet been publicly released, insiders suggest the selection will feature Senators and Representatives whose efforts have significantly impacted legislation, constituency development, and democratic governance.

The decision to hold the honours on June 12 underscores a renewed effort to weave political achievements into the broader celebration of democratic milestones. The ceremony is expected to attract high-profile attendees, including the Vice President, key cabinet members, diplomatic corps, and civil society stakeholders.

This presidential gesture comes amid calls for more frequent recognition of public servants who uphold democratic values, lawmaking excellence, and community outreach. By spotlighting lawmakers’ contributions, the ceremony seeks to inspire accountability and heighten public trust in democratic institutions.

Further announcements are expected closer to Democracy Day, including the final list of honourees and other official guests. The event represents one of the final national honours ceremonies under President Tinubu’s current term.

The decision is being hailed by analysts as a symbolic reinforcement of democratic values and legislative excellence, reinforcing the government’s dedication to honouring public service on one of Nigeria’s most significant national commemorations.