National Grand Medal symbol has been there since 1960 — Government
President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo on Tuesday honoured some Ghanaians and institutions for their meritorious service to the nation.
President Akufo-Addo explained, that the awards ceremony was purely a national event, “devoid of partisan, ethnic or religious considerations, and organised solely in recognition of the services offered by its recipients to the growth, development, progress and prosperity of Ghana.
"The Grand Medal that is awarded has the national Coat of Arms and the symbol of an elephant. These symbols have been used since the institution of the award in 1960.
"It is, therefore, erroneous to suggest that the 2023 Grand Medals awarded by President Akufo-Addo to some deserving Ghanaians and institutions have party symbol."