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The government of Barbados ultimately chose singer Rihanna for this honour and duly awarded her the title of National Hero on the first day of the Barbadian republic. [ 6 ] The president , being the legal successor to the governor-general, adopted the latter's role and duties of appointing national heroes after Barbados became a republic in 2021.
The Barbados National Honours and Decorations system is similar to that of the United Kingdom. Likewise, it consists of three types of award – honours, decorations and medals. Appointments are made on a yearly basis on Independence Day by the president of Barbados. [1]
National Heroes Day is a holiday in Saint Kitts and Nevis that is observed annually on 16 September. It honours individuals who have made significant contributions to the advancement of the nation. There are currently five national heroes: Robert Llewellyn Bradshaw, Paul Southwell, Joseph Nathaniel France, Simeon Daniel and Kennedy Simmonds.
Rihanna is celebrating her first 'National Heroes Day' as an official hero of Barbados!The FENTY Beauty founder took to social media to ring in the special occasion, posting a gallery of photos ...
Rihanna can add “national hero” to her long list of achievements. During Barbados’ first presidential inauguration on Tuesday, which comes as the country ended nearly 400 years of British ...
A day of recognition for Errol Barrow, the Father of the Nation. [3] Good Friday: Date varies: 18 April 2025 Commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus. Easter Monday: Date varies: 21 April 2025 Day after Easter Sunday. National Heroes' Day: 28 April 28 April 2025 Celebrated in honour of the eleven Barbadian National Heroes. Labour Day: 1 ...
The Prince of Wales gave a speech at the ceremony marking the end of the Queen’s role as head of state.
1 January - New Year's Day; 21 January - Errol Barrow Day; 29 March – Good Friday; 1 April - Easter Monday; 28 April - National Heroes' Day; 1 May - May Day; 20 May - Whit Monday; 1 August - Emancipation Day; 5 August - Kadooment Day; 30 November – Independence Day; 25 December – Christmas Day; 26 December – Boxing Day