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This Zonal Command was established after the inauguration of Maiduguri Command in 2005. Prior to that time there was no chaplain body in the Northeast sub-region of Nigeria. Chaplain Rev. Festus Ekenyere, the present Zonal Commandant and CFN 2nd Commandant-General introduced chaplaincy in the sub-region. After the inauguration of Maiduguri Command, we made efforts to reach out to other states. We are still working hard to see that the vision of Chaplains Fellowship of Nigeria (CFN) is well understood by the body of Christ. We are non-governmental, non-political, non-profit making Christian organization propelled by the love and compassion of Jesus Christ.
So far in Borno State, we have successfully gone on advocacy visit to the Borno State Action Committee on Aids (BOSACA) where we submitted a proposal of CFN Intervention on HIV/AIDS Programs in Borno State Nigeria. Though no action has been taken on our proposal, we are trusting God for the finances to implement everything we proposed. You can go through the proposal HERE
We have also in pursuant of our vision, visited the Babies Home in Maiduguri, where we showed care and concern to the motherless children born into this lovely world. We have been with the patients in the VVF and Surgical words of the State Specialists Hospital, where we gave out both cash and material gifts to the patients.
We are fully involved in the reformation and rehabilitation of our prisons and prisoners. We have given out sewing machines and other materials worth hundreds of thousands of naira to the Nigeria Prison Services, Borno State Command. We are still acquiring other useful machines and materials for the prisons. It is our belief that the prison yards can be turned to centers of learning and skill acquisition.
Our commitment also manifests through social projects, community programs, symposia, seminars, conferences and general training of our members on major and relevant contemporary issues as we seek to ensure Godly configuration of contemporary thoughts, issues and policies among others.
Our members do wear uniform because we are not ashamed of what God has asked us to do in this present hour. As members of Chaplains Fellowship of Nigeria, we are glad to be identified with what the Lord is doing through a people like us.
Uniforms are very important to the morale of members because it serves as an inspiration to the members, who subsequently view themselves. This is what God desires of us that as a people, we are more concerned with the group, effort (the universal cause of Christ) than with our own individuality.
The uniform teaches discipline, cleanliness, efficiency and economy in dress as well as instilling in the individual the fulfilling values of being part of a work team, identified through the uniformity concept.
Our members can wear uniform with honour, knowing that it represents our willingness to make and keep a deep commitment to the service of the Lord. With the uniform comes a feeling of satisfaction and will being to the wearers knowing that it represents a very large entity whose purpose is the proclamation of the gospel and Christian service to our fellow man.
It is an honour and privilege to wear the uniform of the Army of the Lord. Wearing the uniform is not something that should be taken lightly nor considered as a fad. Because in His service, our bodies are His Temple, and that our lives are not our own. Before joining us, it is advisable that the potential cadets think very carefully and prayerfully seek God’s guidance because we should not take our commitments to the Lord lightly. Just as one would not join the Nigerian Military without proper consideration, so should one not join God’s army without sufficient consideration.
OUR CODE OF ETHICS
The Commissioning Code of Ethics read thus:
CHAPLAINS FELLOWSHIP OF NIGERIA INC.
1. LOYALTY
A Chaplain’s loyalty shall be to God and the Nation of Nigeria and all Nations in promoting the cause of Christ including endeavouring to win others to faith in Him.
2. IDENTITY
A Chaplain shall carry on his/her identity card at all times.
3. INSIGNIAS/DECORATIONS
A Chaplain shall attain his appropriate insignias/decorations from the National Headquarters.
4. TRANSFER OF INSIGNIAS/DECORATIONS
No Chaplain shall transfer his/her insignias/decorations unless through official directives.
5. BEARD AND HAIR CUT
A Chaplain shall not wear beard except on medical grounds, and, male soldiers will keep their hair cut in accordance with a military standard, that is, neat and short, women’s hair is to be kept neat and in an orderly fashion. Worldly hair styles should be avoided, for the Christian soldier is called to separate from the world.
6. EATING IN PUBLIC
A Chaplain in Uniform shall remove his/her beret or cap before drinking or eating in public.
7. FIGHTING
A Chaplain in uniform shall not fight or engage in open confrontation either in words or deeds when on or off duty.
8. FIREARMS PROHIBITION
Firearms of all kinds including rifles and hang guns are forbidden. We do not believe in carrying or storing carnal weapons because our warfare is in the spirit and this is where the final out come will be decided. – II Corinthians 10:3-4.
Firearms will not get the job done in today’s violent world. God’s army is being formed to save Men’s soul, not take them. Let it be known that all our soldiers will depend upon God for their protection. Firearms do not have a place in our Chaplaincy corps.
THE CHAPLAIN'S PLEDGE
I solemnly promise to live my life in service of humanity. I will, to the best of my ability, uphold and promote the honor and dignity of my profession. I will strive to conduct myself so that I may merit the respect and confidence of my colleagues and hereby agree to these standards of the Chaplains Fellowship of Nigeria. I will accept my civic as will as Christian responsibility to practice the charity I owe those I come in contact with. I will make Honesty my goal in service, in counseling and in seeking knowledge through diligent effective prayer. These things I pledge to do, freely and upon my honor to the glory of Almighty God. I understand that my preparation for Chaplaincy work requires my personal commitment to the Lord Jesus Christ and separation from sin. I further realized that sins such as stealing, lying, gossiping, backbiting, profane language, drunkenness, sexual immorality, occult practices, cheating and attitude such as pride, lust, bitterness, harmful discrimination, jealous and unforgiving spirit which are to be avoided.
SO HELP ME GOD.
It is our fervent hope that you shall favourably embrace our nascent organisation; Chaplains Fellowship of Nigeria Inc., and graciously accord us all the necessary SUPPORT we need to fulfill our God given goals.
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