Author: Boys Brigade Lagos South Battalion
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“The Boys’ Brigade NCO and Company: How It Works”
1. Introduction and Call to Order “Officers, Non-Commissioned Officers, and Boys, welcome to today’s session. When Sir William Alexander Smith founded The Boys’ Brigade in Glasgow back in 1883, he didn’t just create another youth club. He pioneered an operational system designed to transform young boys into disciplined, Christian leaders. That system relies on two…
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Important Notice: Understanding Company De-Registration and the Pathway to Reinstatement
The Boys’ Brigade emphasizes discipline, fellowship, and Christian values, maintaining strict operational standards. Companies risk de-registration due to financial dormancy, inactivity, and negligence. The reinstatement process requires clearing dues, submitting applications, and hosting inspections. Timely action is crucial for resuming active participation and benefiting from organizational programs and events.
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Uniform in The Boys’ Brigade Nigeria: The Heritage, Standards, and Spiritual Symbolism of Our Uniform
A uniform is far more than mere clothing; it is a visible declaration of identity, discipline, and shared purpose. In the Boys’ Brigade (B.B.), our uniform is a globally recognised symbol of Christian youth discipleship. While weather and local cultures introduce minor variations worldwide, the uniform remains a sacred bond of unity. In this article,…
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Camping in the Boys’ Brigade
Camping is a foundational activity of the Boys’ Brigade (BB), an organization founded in 1883 by Sir William Alexander Smith. He introduced camping to the BB in 1886. His goal was to keep boys engaged during summer breaks. He also wanted to build camaraderie outside of weekly meetings. The first BB camp was held at…
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Paying Compliments in The Boys’ Brigade
A Comprehensive Guide to Compliments in the Boys’ Brigade This guide is designed to help you understand and teach the practice of giving compliments in the Boys’ Brigade. This is a tradition that reinforces discipline, respect, and order. By learning these actions, you help maintain the high standards and strong identity of the organization. In…
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How The Boys’ Brigade Can Be A Vibrant Part of Your Church
The Boys’ Brigade (BB) is more than just a weekly activity; it’s a vital ministry of the church, dedicated to shaping young men and advancing Christ’s Kingdom. For new officers and companies, understanding these opportunities is key to becoming a dynamic and visible part of your church family. This article highlights how the BB can…
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THE BOY
INTRODUCTION: This lecture is to give the Officers of The Boys’ Brigade the insight of the behavioural characteristics and the expectation of The Boy in The Boys’ Brigade. The Boy is an important personality to the founder of the organisation, Sir William Alexander Smith. As we are all aware of the saying of the leaders…
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THE BOYS’ BRIGADE METHOD
Method can be defined as a way, pattern or skill of doing things. The aim of The Boys’ Brigade is to train the boys by moulding their character and to win him for Christ and as to such The Boys’ Brigade has developed several methods which are eight (8) in numbers which include: 1. THE…
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THE BOYS’ BRIGADE STRUCTURE
The Boys’ Brigade Structure is an annotated representation or diagram of the various levels of authority of The Boys’ Brigade indicating the flow of power from the highest level of authority (Global Fellowship of Christian Youth Organization) to the lowest level of authority (Company). This lecture is to provide officers the definition, explanations, importance, purpose…
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Lagos South Battalion Makes History with Digital Strides!
The Lagos South Battalion of the Boys Brigade has truly raised the bar. We embrace digital transformation. This sets a new standard for the Boys Brigade in Lagos State, Nigeria and beyond. We didn’t just dip our toes into the digital world. We dove in headfirst. We are now the Digital Battalion. We fully embrace…