
The Boys’ Brigade Nigeria
5th Surulere Company
Sure and Stedfast
Building Christian character through faith, discipline, leadership and service.
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A Christ-centred company at All Saints Anglican Church Surulere, raising boys and girls through worship, discipline, leadership, service and lasting fellowship.
Two movements, one mission — rooted in faith, shaped by discipline, united in service.
Boys' Brigade
Founded 1883 · Glasgow, Scotland

4 October 1883
William Alexander Smith opened Free College Church Mission, Glasgow with 35 boys — founding the world's first uniformed youth organisation.
4 October 1883
William Alexander Smith opened Free College Church Mission, Glasgow with 35 boys — founding the world's first uniformed youth organisation.


The Founder's Vision
Smith's motto from Hebrews 6:19 paired military discipline with Christian faith. Object: to advance Christ's Kingdom through Reverence, Discipline, and Self-Respect.

The Founder's Vision
Smith's motto from Hebrews 6:19 paired military discipline with Christian faith. Object: to advance Christ's Kingdom through Reverence, Discipline, and Self-Respect.

1890s onward
From one Glasgow company, BB swept the world — inspiring the Boy Scouts and Church Lads' Brigade. By 1910: 100,000 boys across 2,200 companies.
1890s onward
From one Glasgow company, BB swept the world — inspiring the Boy Scouts and Church Lads' Brigade. By 1910: 100,000 boys across 2,200 companies.


Today
Over 140 years on, Boys' Brigade equips boys and young men with faith, leadership, and character — across 60 countries worldwide.

Today
Over 140 years on, Boys' Brigade equips boys and young men with faith, leadership, and character — across 60 countries worldwide.
Girls' Brigade
Founded 1893 · Dublin, Ireland

6 October 1893
Miss Margaret Lyttle warmed girls up with drill at Sandymount Presbyterian Church during singing practice — founding the very first girls-only Christian youth group.
6 October 1893
Miss Margaret Lyttle warmed girls up with drill at Sandymount Presbyterian Church during singing practice — founding the very first girls-only Christian youth group.


1900 – 1902
Girls' Guildry rose in Scotland (1900), then Girls' Life Brigade in England (1902) — three nations, one purpose: Christ's Kingdom among girls and young women.

1900 – 1902
Girls' Guildry rose in Scotland (1900), then Girls' Life Brigade in England (1902) — three nations, one purpose: Christ's Kingdom among girls and young women.

10 June 1965
Three missions merged into one. Ireland's Cross, Scotland's Lamp, The flame was added to the logo when The Girls’ Brigade came together and England's Crown united into a single crest. June 10th became the International Day of Prayer.
10 June 1965
Three missions merged into one. Ireland's Cross, Scotland's Lamp, The flame was added to the logo when The Girls’ Brigade came together and England's Crown united into a single crest. June 10th became the International Day of Prayer.


Today
Girls' Brigade equips girls and young women to Seek, Serve and Follow Christ — in 61 countries, carrying Margaret Lyttle's 1893 vision into a new generation.

Today
Girls' Brigade equips girls and young women to Seek, Serve and Follow Christ — in 61 countries, carrying Margaret Lyttle's 1893 vision into a new generation.
Boys' Brigade motto
"Sure and Stedfast" — Hebrews 6:19
Girls' Brigade motto
"Seek, Serve and Follow Christ"
Today, the 5th & 9th Surulere, Brigade Companies carries both legacies forward — raising a generation rooted in Christian values, leadership, discipline, and service.
One church, two companies
United by one church and one mission, the 5th and 9th Surulere Companies serve boys and girls through Christian teaching, discipline, leadership development and community service. Explore the individual history and identity of each company.

The Boys’ Brigade Nigeria
Sure and Stedfast
Building Christian character through faith, discipline, leadership and service.
Explore the 5th Company
The Girls’ Brigade Nigeria
Seek, Serve and Follow Christ
Helping girls grow in faith, confidence, leadership and service.
Explore the 9th CompanyThe Advancement of Christ's Kingdom among Boys and the Promotion of Habits of Obedience, Reverence, Discipline, Self-Respect and all that tends towards a true Christian Manliness.
To help Girls become followers of the Lord Jesus Christ through self-control, reverence and a sense of responsibility to find true enrichment of life.
We put God first in all we do.
We are honest and dependable.
We inspire and influence others.
We serve selflessly with love.
We give our best in everything.

Spiritual growth, learning and fellowship.

Reaching out and making a positive impact.
Building skills, friendships and memories.

Guiding and supporting the next generation.
Young people equipped in faith, discipline and leadership.
Regular service projects impacting local communities.
Raising Officers, Captains and future leaders.
Serving Surulere families across generations.
Building a generation rooted in faith, leadership, discipline and service.
Active Members
Patrons & Patronsesses
Active Boys' & Girls' Officers
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Brigade Member · Lagos Chapter
Joining the brigade changed my perspective on community. Having a clear vision board inside the app keeps me accountable to my goals and to the people I serve every day.
Parent & Brigade Volunteer
As a parent, I want to model intentional living for my children. This app gives me a space to set goals that align with my family values and track them with purpose.
Youth Mentor · Brigade Lead
Manifesti brought our brigade members closer to their dreams. The shared accountability it fosters is unlike anything we had before — our team is more motivated than ever.
Community Organiser
I can literally see my community's future on my screen. The vision boards keep our brigade grounded in purpose and remind us daily of the impact we are building together.
Wellness Coach · Brigade Member
I use this with my wellness clients and brigade groups alike. Seeing a future version of yourself makes the hard days easier — it is the daily nudge everyone needs.
Entrepreneur & Brigade Patron
Every entrepreneur needs a system for clarity. Manifesti gives my team and I a visual anchor for our business goals — it is part of our weekly brigade check-ins now.
Student · Brigade Youth Wing
I joined the brigade as a student with no clear direction. Manifesti helped me map out my academic and life goals visually — I feel confident and driven for the first time.
Brigade Member · Lagos Chapter
Joining the brigade changed my perspective on community. Having a clear vision board inside the app keeps me accountable to my goals and to the people I serve every day.
Parent & Brigade Volunteer
As a parent, I want to model intentional living for my children. This app gives me a space to set goals that align with my family values and track them with purpose.
Youth Mentor · Brigade Lead
Manifesti brought our brigade members closer to their dreams. The shared accountability it fosters is unlike anything we had before — our team is more motivated than ever.
Community Organiser
I can literally see my community's future on my screen. The vision boards keep our brigade grounded in purpose and remind us daily of the impact we are building together.
Wellness Coach · Brigade Member
I use this with my wellness clients and brigade groups alike. Seeing a future version of yourself makes the hard days easier — it is the daily nudge everyone needs.
Entrepreneur & Brigade Patron
Every entrepreneur needs a system for clarity. Manifesti gives my team and I a visual anchor for our business goals — it is part of our weekly brigade check-ins now.
Student · Brigade Youth Wing
I joined the brigade as a student with no clear direction. Manifesti helped me map out my academic and life goals visually — I feel confident and driven for the first time.
Brigade Member · Lagos Chapter
Joining the brigade changed my perspective on community. Having a clear vision board inside the app keeps me accountable to my goals and to the people I serve every day.
Parent & Brigade Volunteer
As a parent, I want to model intentional living for my children. This app gives me a space to set goals that align with my family values and track them with purpose.
Youth Mentor · Brigade Lead
Manifesti brought our brigade members closer to their dreams. The shared accountability it fosters is unlike anything we had before — our team is more motivated than ever.
Community Organiser
I can literally see my community's future on my screen. The vision boards keep our brigade grounded in purpose and remind us daily of the impact we are building together.
Wellness Coach · Brigade Member
I use this with my wellness clients and brigade groups alike. Seeing a future version of yourself makes the hard days easier — it is the daily nudge everyone needs.
Entrepreneur & Brigade Patron
Every entrepreneur needs a system for clarity. Manifesti gives my team and I a visual anchor for our business goals — it is part of our weekly brigade check-ins now.
Student · Brigade Youth Wing
I joined the brigade as a student with no clear direction. Manifesti helped me map out my academic and life goals visually — I feel confident and driven for the first time.
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