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About Us

About Us

How It Started

The National Brotherhood of Donns (NBD) was founded in March 1995 by four undergraduates of Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma:

  1. Gideon Atamu
  2. Koko Bassey
  3. Eseoghene Jones
  4. Princewill Orukpe

These visionary young men rose against the tide of challenges that plagued Nigerian campuses at the time: drug abuse, peer oppression, human trafficking, elitism, and indifference to social realities.

At a time when middle-class privilege and the scions of wealth dominated campus culture, they envisioned an organization that would be non-conformist, bold, and dedicated to dismantling societal decadence.

To break the barriers of tribalism and nepotism, they pioneered the tradition of adopting donnist names—unique identifiers without ethnic or national bias—ensuring unity through shared brotherhood, not divided heritage.

Evolution of NBD

From its roots at Ambrose Alli University, Ekpoma, the movement spread quickly across other institutions of higher learning in Nigeria. By 2024, NBD had established 12 university branches and impacted thousands of students and graduates nationwide.

On 17 September 2014, the organization was formally registered with Nigeria’s Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) as Arziel International—a step that reflected both its national outlook and its commitment to the spirit of Arziel.

Membership evolved over time. For the past 15 years, entry into the Brotherhood in Nigeria has been exclusively for university graduates who have completed the National Youth Service Scheme (NYSC), and mature individuals who are married and are legally engaged in genuine business and possess intellectual grounding in its ranks.

NBD in the 21st Century

Today, the National Brotherhood of Dons has transformed into a global advocacy and humanitarian organization with branches in Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, Europe, Asia, America, and Canada.

We continue to champion:

  • Social Advocacy – standing against oppression, elitism, and injustice.
  • Humanitarian Causes – supporting vulnerable communities and promoting dignity.
  • Professional Excellence – leveraging our members’ expertise across all fields to serve society.

Our members are found in government, business, education, health, technology, and civil society—leading with intelligence, integrity, and compassion.

What began as a resistance movement among four bold students has become a global brotherhood anchored in intelligence, guided by the Arziel Doctrine, and dedicated to building societies where everyone can live and let live.

Our Mission & Vision

Our Mission

Our mission is simple yet profound:
to restore dignity and uplift the quality of life for the underserved, underprivileged, and overlooked.
We achieve this through charitable giving, strategic empowerment, and sustainable development initiatives that touch lives and inspire hope.

We believe that service to humanity is the highest calling, and every act of compassion plants the seed for a better tomorrow.

Our Vision

We envision a world where no one is left behind—not by poverty, ignorance, neglect, or oppression.
A world where compassion drives social transformation, and intelligence anchors every decision

Our Impact in Numbers

Numbers don’t lie—and ours tell a story of consistency, compassion, and courage:

  • 30+ Years of dedicated humanitarian service.

  • 10,000+ Lives Impacted across Africa, Europe, and North America.

  • 50+ Community Projects spanning education, healthcare, empowerment, and relief.

  • A Global Network of volunteers, professionals, and partners driving transformation.

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What We Do

We don’t just talk change—we live it. Our services are designed to break barriers, ignite potential, and extend hope where it is most needed:

  • Education Support 📚
    Scholarships, mentorship programs, and skill development opportunities to nurture tomorrow’s leaders.

  • Healthcare Access ❤️‍🩹
    Free medical outreaches, health awareness campaigns, and wellness programs to build healthier communities.

  • Empowerment Programs 💼
    Supporting small businesses, vocational training, and youth development initiatives that create self-reliance and economic resilience.

  • Humanitarian Relief 🤲
    From disaster response and poverty alleviation to food drives and shelter support, we step in where help cannot wait.

Why You Should Join Us

Together, we can build a world where no one is left behind

Your support fuels our ability to touch lives, create lasting change, and transform communities.

💖 Whether through donations, volunteering, or partnership, your role matters.
Stand with us today—because dignity, justice, and compassion are everyone’s right

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