26/09/2025
When we look at the perks that come with 'The Freedom of the City', he's in for a real treat that us run-of-the-mill folk couldn't dream of.
Such as the right to pasture sheep in common ground within the city boundaries, so when we see him in St.Stephen's Green with his flock, just leave him be.
You're also allowed to bring goods into Dublin through the city gates without paying customs duties.
You also have the right to vote in municipal and parliamentary elections, which, after reading the first two, just isn't selling it as hard.
The Freedom of the City is Dublin's highest civic honour, previously awarded to figures such as Nelson Mandela, John F. Kennedy, U2 and Greta Thunberg.
Lord Mayor Ray McAdam said the ceremony will fulfil the original decision made by councillors and marks a chance to officially recognise Obama's global contributions to leadership and public service.
The former US President formally accepted the Freedom of the City of Dublin last night at a private ceremony. He takes to the stage later on tonight at the 3Arena for "an evening with Barack Obama with Fintan O'Toole"