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As the country navigates through its rich cultural history, the tradition of conferring state honors and awards has evolved significantly from the colonial era. Widely known as an appreciation to individuals who have brought honor, glory, or pride to the nation, the practice has been marred by controversies across presidential tenures with allegations of favoritism casting shadows over the process.
Presidents accused of honoring cronies and close civil servants
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