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By Sunday Ani
Brothers Across Nigeria (BAN), also known as Buccaneers Confraternity, has responded to recent media reports linking the organization to a Nigerian national convicted of criminal offences in Australia.
According to the statement, while the individual was once a member, he acted entirely on his own. His actions were not authorized, supported or affiliated with BAN in any way.
“No charges were brought against BAN or any other member. This clearly shows the individual acted independently and should be held accountable for his personal conduct alone,” said Dr. Christopher Ndubuisi, Head of the Publicity Committee.
Founded over 50 years ago, BAN is a registered non-governmental, non-political and non-religious organisation with active chapters across Africa, Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East. Its mission focuses on humanitarian service, community development and youth empowerment.
BAN upholds a strict internal code of conduct and members found to violate its principles face immediate sanctions, including suspension or expulsion.
Key humanitarian promise include free medical missions providing free care and critical supplies, education support through scholarships and school renovations via the Tony Uranta Education Board, community projects such as boreholes and electrification, (e.g. Imeke, Badagry), emergency response in disaster and health crisis since the 2002 Ikeja bomb blast and youth empowerment through mentorship and entrepreneurship training.
A recent achievement includes the construction of a women’s holding facility and the renovation of a police station in Owerri, Imo State.
The organization’s Legal Committee, led by Akpo Ohimor, urged journalists and commentators to verify their information and avoid spreading false information. Where necessary, BAN will seek legal redress to protect its name and mission.
“One individual’s misconduct cannot tarnish over five decades of service. BAN remains committed to integrity, humanitarianism and positive impacts,” the statement concluded.
