Onelga Battalion Council

04/06/2026

Today’s Celebrant

On behalf of the Council Chairman,
Sir Dr. Evans Orike and the Secretary, Mr. Samuel Orukwo, the Boys’ Brigade family, extends warm felicitations to OJUGBELI LUCKY on the occasion of your birthday.

We celebrate your life, dedication, and service to the Boys’ Brigade, and we pray that the Lord will continue to shower you and your family with His love, grace, and faithfulness.

Happy birthday!

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01/06/2026

NEW MONTH FELICITATION

As we embrace the dawn of a new month, we extend our warmest greetings to all members with a renewed dedication to our mission, unity in purpose, and a deepened spirit of service. This month significantly showcases the faithfulness of God in our lives as we successfully navigate through the middle of the year.
On behalf of the Chairman of Council, Sir Engr. Evans Eze Orike Ph.D and the Secretary of Council, Mr. Orukwo Samuel Isioma NTO, we wish you a happy new month

Welcome to June!

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31/05/2026

More photos from the just concluded 2026 OBC NCOS day celebration

30/05/2026

GRAND SUMMARY OF THE 2026 NCOs DAY CELEBRATION

The 2026 NCOs Day Celebration was successfully held on Friday, 29th to Saturday, 30th May, 2026 at 2nd ONELGA Company, attached to St Peter's Anglican Church, Obrikom.

The event was power-packed with activities geared towards spiritual growth, intellectual development, fellowship, and recreation.
Highlights included a Quiz Competition, where participants demonstrated outstanding biblical knowledge and academic excellence and at the end, 1st ONELGA Company emerged as the overall winners, 5th ONELGA emerged as the first runner up, Okwuzi Prospective Company emerged as second runner up, 2nd ONELGA emerged as third runner up while 12th and 4th ONELGA Companies emerged 5th and 6th Positions respectively.
The best winners were celebrated and awarded accordingly.

The event also featured a thought-provoking lecture on the sub-theme, "Rooted to Rise" (Colossians 2:6–7), which encouraged NCOs to build strong character, purpose, and discipline; and a spiritually uplifting Praise Night that featured powerful ministrations and heartfelt worship.
The celebration also featured novelty football matches between Female NCOs and Lady Officers, which ended in a goalless draw, and between Male NCOs and Male Officers, where the Officers secured a 2–1 victory. Both matches promoted unity, teamwork, and sportsmanship.
There was also an award session that recognized the efforts of individuals, captains and officers and honoured them meritoriously.

Overall, the event was impactful, memorable, and successful, leaving participants spiritually refreshed, intellectually enriched, and more committed to the ideals of the Brigade.

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30/05/2026

2026 OBC NCOS DAY CELEBRATION PROPER!!!

30/05/2026

30/05/2026

REPORT FOR THE NOVELTY MATCH BETWEEN THE MALE NCOs VS MALE OFFICERS

As rescheduled for Saturday, 30th May, 2026 as part of the activities organized during the 2026 NCOs Day Celebration, a novelty football match was held between the Male NCOs and Male Officers.
The match took place at CSS Obrikom and attracted a large audience comprising officers, NCOs, and onlookers who enthusiastically supported both teams.

The match commenced promptly after a brief opening prayer and the introduction of match officials.
Both teams displayed remarkable skill, determination, and sportsmanship from the opening whistle.
The Male NCOs began the game with high energy, creating several attacking opportunities. The Male Officers, relying on their experience and tactical skills, responded effectively and maintained a balanced contest throughout the game.
The first half was highly competitive, with both sides demonstrating excellent teamwork and defensive discipline. The NCOs doubled up their energy and scored the first goal and afterwards, the Officers defended their integrity by equalizing.

The second half witnessed increased intensity as both teams sought to secure victory. Several goal-scoring opportunities were created, drawing excitement from spectators and finally, the officers scored their second goal. The officers were so involved that they almost scored the third goal but the NCOs did not come to joke.

At the sound of the final whistle, the final score stood at:
Male NCOs: 1
Male Officers: 2

The winning team being the Male Officers were congratulated for their outstanding performance, while the opposing team were commended for their resilience and sportsmanship.
There were no major incidents or injuries recorded during the match.

The football match was a successful and memorable event that strengthened the bond between the Male NCOs and Male Officers. Beyond the competition, the match promoted unity, mutual respect, and steadfastness.

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30/05/2026

Let's get DAY 2 started!!!
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30/05/2026

We begin the day in the name of our LORD
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30/05/2026

HIGHLIGHTS OF THE NCOs PRAISE NIGHT

The Praise Night featured in the 2026 NCOs Day Celebration was one that stirred the spirits of all and sundry.
The event brought together officers, NCOs and invited guests for an unforgettable moment of praise, worship and thanksgiving unto God.

The program commenced with a session of congregational worship that prepared hearts for the night’s activities.

There were Praise and worship sessions facilitated by several guest ministers in the likes of Min. Osilachi John, Min. Gozzy Praiz, Min. Naomi Godwin, Min. Israel Worship and Christopher Akpe.
Each giving mind-blowing renditions that got the NCOs and officers engrossed and created an atmosphere of reverence and celebration.

The session was massive from the praises and songs of thanksgiving that spurred everyone to worship freely and joyfully to sincere worship, reminded us that praise is not merely music but a lifestyle of gratitude to God.

The Praise Night was graced with the presence of the Chairman, ONELGA Battalion Council, Sir Engr Evans, Eze Orike, PhD who was actively involved.
After the Praise and Worship sessions, he addressed the boys and charged them to be of the best behaviors. He rounded up by applauding the Council Secretary, Mr Orukwo, Samuel Isioma, NTO for a job well done.

The Praise Night was nothing less of an impactful and spiritually enriching session as it served as an opportunity for participants to glorify God, strengthen fellowship, and renew their commitment to Christ.

At the end, the NCOs and officers dispersed to their hostels with a sense of fulfilment.

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