NBM Of Africa Holds National Convention In Benin, Says Group Good Ambassadors Of African Continent, Humanity (Photos, Video)

NBM of Africa worldwide has held its 43rd annual convention in Benin City, Edo State which had as the theme, Fight Against Cyber Crime, Fraud and Insecurity: The Pivotal Role Of NBM Of Africa.

Addressing members of the Movement and visitors at the event, the National President of NBM of Africa, Olorogun Ese Chukwudi Kakor (JP) said the group stands out amongst the crowd both in thoughts, words, and actions as good ambassadors of the African continent and humanity

Kakor who is marking his one year in office said the National convention is a one-stop event where members get the opportunities to fraternize, network, educate and share nostalgic experiences.

According to him, it is also an avenue to assert NBM of Africa humanitarian disposition through acts of charity and goodwill to community, stimulate body and minds through various recreational activities and educative lectures, and ultimately, to reflect on the past years and chart a new course for the coming years.

He further urged all Zones and their members to actively participate in all of the activities for this year’s Convention and give it nothing less than its reputation for being grand as it has always been.

He added, “Expectedly, this year’s convention is special and groundbreaking for me, being the first hosted by this administration and practically marks our first anniversary in office. It hasn’t been an easy ride, but so far, we’ve enjoyed a great deal of support and encouragement from all— including past leaders, serving leaders at all levels, and most importantly, the Congress, which has enabled us to scale through a lot of the hurdles we have met on our way here.

“We cannot thank you all enough for your continued support and it is my prayer that God Almighty also provides you with the needed support in all of your endeavors.”

The National President also expressed gratitude for the great relationship the National Executive has enjoyed with the Judicial and Legislative arms of the movement, stating that most of the feats achieved under his administration wouldn’t have been made possible if not for the cooperation and support of National Chairman and the ‘wisdom of the gray-haired Body of Founders’.