The Presidential Award is a decoration established by President Siaka Stevens to honour Sierra Leoneans in recognition of "diligent and dedicated services" to Sierra Leone.
[1] The medal was established in 1972 by President Siaka Stevens, and ranks below the Orders of the Republic and the Rokel.
It is awarded in gold and silver classes.
[1][2] A ceremony where the President of Sierra Leone presents the insignia takes place annually on Independence Day, 27 April.
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