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What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by sainty2k3(m): 11:56pm On Feb 19, 2013
We've heard of national Honour award being bestowed on good citizens and indeed deserving Nigerians, a recent example is that of super eagle team that won the 2013 edition of Afcon, they were given MON, the captain, OON and coach CON.

My question is what are the benefits u derived from being honoured with this awards, socially, economically and so on. Pls anybody with better knowledge can enlighten me on this or is it just for show and prestige?

Thanks, waiting for your response

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by jmichael(m): 5:49am On Feb 20, 2013
Op front page plzzz

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by sainty2k3(m): 9:44am On Feb 20, 2013
*waiting*

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by Jarus(m): 10:45am On Feb 20, 2013
Prestige. VIp lounge at airports

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by Nobody: 11:14am On Feb 20, 2013
jmichael: Op front page plzzz
Must every thread make FP?
Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by Nosyke(m): 11:23am On Feb 20, 2013
Jarus: Prestige. VIp lounge at airports

Aside the VIP lounges at the airport, any other thing? Again, do they fly free of charge after they flaunt the national honours at check in? grin grin.

@OP, I have also asked same question but havent gotten satisfactory answers yet.

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by sainty2k3(m): 2:48pm On Feb 20, 2013
Nosyke:

Aside the VIP lounges at the airport, any other thing? Again, do they fly free of charge after they flaunt the national honours at check in? grin grin.

@OP, I have also asked same question but havent gotten satisfactory answers yet.

I seriously wish to know what those titles are all about, let's see if someone can provide any other benefit of this national honour apart from 'the prestige'

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by VKasparov(m): 7:30pm On Feb 03, 2022
Hmmm... I am a Public Servant. Yesterday, I was asked this same question among other ones during my Promotion Exam at the Public Service Institute, Kubwa.

Mention the entitlements of a Recipient of National Honors Award.

This was what I wrote:

1. He will receive a cash prize
2. He will receive a certificate
3. He will receive a medal
4. He will not have to join long Queues at the Airport.
5. He will receive a Presidential handshake
6. He will not have to do NYSC National Service if he has not done so already.
7. He will have the privilege of using the designation (GCFR) and the like after his name.

I have been searching everywhere to verify what I wrote but surprising such information is difficult to come by.

I pray I am correct.

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by Akosxxx(m): 7:01am On Oct 02, 2022
Lalasticlala and other mods should help push this educative post to front page for more insights please

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by Precious452(f): 2:55pm On Nov 10
nlfpmod
Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by Fryx: 4:12pm On Nov 11
Honors are conferred on men of outstanding character. It’s to encourage others to be like them.

For example, most scientists study for the passion and not the money. To reward them, the Nobel prize is conferred on some of them.

Money is not everything. The mood of whoever you are ruling over is as important as the money you are helping them make. What makes us human is first within us, every other thing is secondary.

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by MrBONE2(m): 4:13pm On Nov 11
wink

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by freemonts87: 4:13pm On Nov 11
I'll like to know too.
Maybe it's just a pride thing.

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by free2ryhme: 4:13pm On Nov 11
sainty2k3:
We've heard of national Honour award being bestowed on good citizens and indeed deserving Nigerians, a recent example is that of super eagle team that won the 2013 edition of Afcon, they were given MON, the captain, OON and coach CON.

My question is what are the benefits u derived from being honoured with this awards, socially, economically and so on. Pls anybody with better knowledge can enlighten me on this or is it just for show and prestige?

Thanks, waiting for your response

After 11 years plus someone remembered to push this to frontpage, Curse finally broken

National honors like MON, OON, and CON aren’t just for show; they come with some meaningful benefits. Socially, they elevate the recipient’s status, bringing respect and admiration, and can open doors to high-level connections. Economically, these awards boost a person’s reputation, which can lead to better career opportunities, endorsements, and sometimes even appointments to national roles. Honorees are often seen as role models, which adds value if they’re in public-facing professions.

While there’s no direct financial reward tied to these awards, the recognition can bring opportunities that have economic value. Plus, it creates a sense of pride and accomplishment, acknowledging one’s contributions to the nation. So, it’s more than just prestige—it’s recognition that can positively impact one’s social standing and career.

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by Ibehchizzy: 4:14pm On Nov 11
How pers
Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by Seunomobo: 4:14pm On Nov 11
I think it should be for show and prestige, however below is what Meta told me ..

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by Fiscus105(m): 4:14pm On Nov 11
Wen you are in the midst of Nobel, Rich and Famous,.....you will understand the deep meaning of Chief, Dr, Senator, SAN, Prof, ex-this and Ex-that.

Meanwhile, among the common, lowly and hopeless, those titles are worthless and of no meaning.






....... MASLOW'S HIERARCHY OF NEEDS!

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by bestman09(m): 4:14pm On Nov 11
I don't think that there's any financial benefit attached. Just the privilege of attaching the prefix only.

My Igbo people actually prefers MON to GCON or CFR (higher awards) because it remains EY to become MONEY grin grin grin

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by free2ryhme: 4:14pm On Nov 11
sainty2k3:
We've heard of national Honour award being bestowed on good citizens and indeed deserving Nigerians, a recent example is that of super eagle team that won the 2013 edition of Afcon, they were given MON, the captain, OON and coach CON.

My question is what are the benefits u derived from being honoured with this awards, socially, economically and so on. Pls anybody with better knowledge can enlighten me on this or is it just for show and prestige?

Thanks, waiting for your response

so youths can seems to find quick answer to this speaks volume shocked shocked
Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by adeboizy11(m): 4:14pm On Nov 11
Sir Suraj
Longest time

Jarus:
Prestige. VIp lounge at airports

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by free2ryhme: 4:15pm On Nov 11
sainty2k3:
We've heard of national Honour award being bestowed on good citizens and indeed deserving Nigerians, a recent example is that of super eagle team that won the 2013 edition of Afcon, they were given MON, the captain, OON and coach CON.

My question is what are the benefits u derived from being honoured with this awards, socially, economically and so on. Pls anybody with better knowledge can enlighten me on this or is it just for show and prestige?

Thanks, waiting for your response

e don be ooo
Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by Ringstonemasks: 4:15pm On Nov 11
Useless
Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by OboOlora(f): 4:15pm On Nov 11
Nothing!
It is as useless as P in psycho.
Imagine someone like Teni the musician having an MON and Nnamdi Kanu doesn't have?

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by shadrach77: 4:15pm On Nov 11
I'm not even sure they have access to VIP lounge at airports. Where did you guys get that from? It's just for prestige otherwise it's useless cry
Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by eteba(m): 4:16pm On Nov 11
It's just for bragging rights, nothing more.
Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by DigitB: 4:17pm On Nov 11
No response yet because it a useless honour bestowed on many without merit.

Most criminals in Nigeria bears those awards

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by Faber(m): 4:17pm On Nov 11
They are all useless...

I don't even know their meanings

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Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by Barrywilly(m): 4:18pm On Nov 11
It is life's achievement to be recognised honoured by your country. What else could be looking for?
Re: What Are The Socio-Economic Importance Of National Honours: MON, OON, MFR, Etc? by Ringstonemasks: 4:18pm On Nov 11
Fryx:
Honors are conferred on men of outstanding character. It’s to encourage others to be like them.

For example, most scientists study for the passion and not the money. To reward them, the Nobel price is conferred on some of them.

Money is not everything. The mood of whoever you are ruling over is as important as the money you are helping them make. What makes us human is first within us, every other thing is secondary.
Nobel price recipients are paid millions of dollars

Get ur contexts right

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