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Head of State commendations bring dishonor to those who rightfully deserved them

President Uhuru Kenyatta awards The Head of State Commendation (HSC) to journalist John Victor Muyakane at State House Gardens, Nairobi. [Photo: Courtesy]

The sham that was this year’s Head of State commendations brings dishonour not just to those honoured, but also to those who rightfully deserved them. Were they to turn them down, State House would be left mired in shame.

The President should act fast to restore the esteem the honours bestow to distinguished Kenyans who have made our country proud in various disciplines.

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