Recipients of this award are decorated at a state function, chaired by the President of the Republic.

It was the highest national award until 23 June 2008, when it was superseded by the Grand Order of the Star and Eagles of Ghana.

The Insignia comprises a seven-pointed star medal, 51 mm in diameter, hung on a ring and worn with a ribbon collar, along with a sash, pendant, and rosette.

The ribbon is 35 mm wide with three equal stripes of red, yellow, and green.

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