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What rank is an Officer in the Order of Logohu?

This medal is the second level of the Order of Logohu. It is a very important award in Papua New Guinea. It ranks below the Grand Companion and Commander levels, but it is higher than the Member level.

How many years of service are required?

To earn this honor, you must show great service for at least ten years. The work must be special and help the country in a big way. People who get this award have usually helped with national defense or leadership for a long time.

What letters can recipients put after their name?

People who receive this medal are allowed to use the letters OL after their names. These letters stand for Officer of Logohu. It is a way to show others that the person has earned this special national honor.

What British award did this replace?

Before 2005, Papua New Guinea used awards from Britain. This new award took the place of the Officer of the Order of the British Empire, which is also called the OBE. The country started its own system to honor its own heroes.

Can naval and air force officers receive it?

Yes, it is for everyone in the armed forces. It does not matter if a person serves in the navy, the air force, or the army. Even police leaders and government workers can earn this if they show amazing leadership.

What rank is an Officer in the Order of Logohu?

This medal is the second level of the Order of Logohu. It is a very important award in Papua New Guinea. It ranks below the Grand Companion and Commander levels, but it is higher than the Member level.

How many years of service are required?

To earn this honor, you must show great service for at least ten years. The work must be special and help the country in a big way. People who get this award have usually helped with national defense or leadership for a long time.

What letters can recipients put after their name?

People who receive this medal are allowed to use the letters OL after their names. These letters stand for Officer of Logohu. It is a way to show others that the person has earned this special national honor.

What British award did this replace?

Before 2005, Papua New Guinea used awards from Britain. This new award took the place of the Officer of the Order of the British Empire, which is also called the OBE. The country started its own system to honor its own heroes.

Can naval and air force officers receive it?

Yes, it is for everyone in the armed forces. It does not matter if a person serves in the navy, the air force, or the army. Even police leaders and government workers can earn this if they show amazing leadership.

Home Library Papua New GuineaOfficer of the Order of Logohu

Distinguished service decoration

Officer of the Order of Logohu

A prestigious national award given for distinguished long-term leadership and defense service.

Papua New Guinea Established 2005 All servicesPrecedence: Preceded by Grand Companion and Commander levels, ranking above Member of Logohu

Medals & Awards

Awarded For

Awarded for distinguished service to Papua New Guinea sustained over a period of at least ten years.

Eligibility

Senior military officers, civil servants, and citizens who have provided distinguished leadership.

Branch

All services

Precedence

Preceded by Grand Companion and Commander levels, ranking above Member of Logohu

Officer of the Order of Logohu, Distinguished service decoration, Papua New Guinea medal

History

Introduced in 2005 during the modern restructuring of Papua New Guinea's awards, the Officer rank is the second level of the Order of Logohu.

This grade superseded British Imperial honors such as the Officer of the Order of the British Empire (OBE) for senior armed forces officers.

Over time, it has been frequently awarded to senior military officers, field commanders, and police officials who have directed key peacekeeping, national defense, and civil assistance missions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Used In

Bougainville Civil WarRegional Assistance Mission to Solomon Islands (RAMSI)

Veterans Who Received This Award

Realistic illustration of the military medals and badges awarded to Jerry Singirok, including National Logohu Medal, Papua New Guinea Independence Medal, Papua New Guinea 10th Independence Anniversary Medal, Papua New Guinea 30th Independence Anniversary Medal, Papua New Guinea Defence Force 50th Anniversary Medal, Officer of the Order of Logohu, Grand Companion of the Order of Logohu, Distinguished Military Service Medal, Member of the Order of Logohu, shown against a light Papua New Guinea flag background. AI-generated illustration, not an authentic photograph.

Cold War

National Logohu Medal Papua New Guinea Independence Medal Papua New Guinea 10th Independence Anniversary Medal+6

Jerry Singirok

Who Was Major General Jerry Singirok?

A prominent commander of the Papua New Guinea Defence Force during a critical period of national history.

Papua New Guinea1997-03-17

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Sources

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