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Official History, Origin & Introduction
The founding of O.C.E. Grand Lodge in Nigeria, the meaning of the Captain Experience and the founding declaration.
Resources
Identity, symbols and O.C.E culture
O.C.E has both a formal organisational identity and a living community culture.
Visual identity
Our symbols
Emblem
The O.C.E Compass mark, an original identity element representing direction and responsible leadership.
Flag
The official O.C.E flag carries the organisation's colours and emblem, and is displayed at official gatherings.
Motto
Brotherhood • Sisterhood • Integrity • Service • Excellence.
Colours
Midnight navy for discipline, burgundy for commitment, champagne gold for excellence, ivory for integrity.
The O.C.E flag may be displayed alongside national imagery at official events. This does not imply governmental endorsement or official government status.
Tradition
The O.C.E handshake
O.C.E Culture
Music, gyration and community celebration
Alongside its formal structure, O.C.E has a warm community atmosphere expressed through music, gyration, performances at official gatherings and cultural celebration. Media published by the national administration appears here.
Official library
Official documents of the Order
These are the foundational documents of O.C.E Grand Lodge. Each may be read on this website or downloaded as a PDF for study and reference.
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Official Name & Identity
Official name, abbreviation, colours, motto, guiding expression and identity statement of the Order.
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The Purpose and Objectives of the Order
The fundamental purpose of O.C.E. and its twenty stated objectives.
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The Five Pillars of the Order
Brotherhood, Sisterhood, Integrity, Service and Excellence explained in full.
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Maritime Foundation & Philosophy
The central belief that life is a voyage, and the O.C.E. navigation principles.
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Meaning of the Maritime Symbols
The Anchor, Compass, Helm, Ship, Sea and Captain, and what each teaches members.
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The Three Circles of Membership
Outer, Middle and Inner Circles: expectations, responsibilities and the progression principle.
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Leadership and Administrative Structure
National, Zonal and State structures, offices, tenure and the chain of coordination.
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Official Code of Conduct
The twenty-four standards of behaviour expected of every member, officer and leader.
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Basic Membership Responsibilities
The ten responsibilities every member accepts alongside fellowship and participation.
Programmes
Activities
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