Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred the prestigious Grand Commander of The Order of the Niger (GCON) by Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. The award ceremony took place in Abuja, marking a historic moment in the relationship between India and Nigeria. The GCON is one of Nigeria's highest civilian honours, previously awarded to only one foreign dignitary, Queen Elizabeth II, in 1969. This makes PM Modi the second international leader to receive this distinguished accolade. Notably, this is the 17th international award conferred on PM Modi, further solidifying his global recognition as a statesman. Expressing his gratitude, PM Modi remarked, “I express heartfelt gratitude to you, the Government of Nigeria, and the people for Nigeria's national award, Grand Commander of The Order of the Niger (GCON). I accept this honour humbly and respectfully. I dedicate this honour to 140 crore Indians and the deep friendship between India and Nigeria. Nigeria to Honour PM Narendra Modi with Prestigious Grand Commander of The Order of The Niger.
PM Narendra Modi Receives Nigeria's Prestigious GCON Award
#WATCH | Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu confers the Grand Commander of The Order of the Niger (GCON) on Prime Minister Narendra Modi, in Abuja.
Queen Elizabeth is the only foreign dignitary who has been awarded GCON in 1969. This will be the 17th such international award… pic.twitter.com/4YlzF3zqMe
— ANI (@ANI) November 17, 2024
PM Modi Dedicates It to 140 Crore Indians
#WATCH | Abuja: Nigeria honours Prime Minister Narendra Modi with its award- The Grand Commander of The Order of the Niger (GCON).
PM Modi says, "I express heartfelt gratitude to you, the Government of Nigeria and the people for Nigeria's national award, Grand Commander of The… pic.twitter.com/MV2Fc6rUtO
— ANI (@ANI) November 17, 2024
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