It is non-political, non-religious and non-tribalistic association of all Nigerians who are 50 years plus, who are positively concerned about Nigeria and are committed to work for good will and peace in Nigeria, are committed to encouraging and promoting high ethical standards in their daily lives.

Our priorities are:
to provide opportunities for individuals to make friends and enjoy time with people from their communities, whilst also being our brothers’ and sisters’ keepers to prevent Isolation and loneliness through interaction and social activities to take a keen interest in our members’ welfare.

At times of sickness and bereavement, the Association is there as a companion Welfare of its members is paramount. Isolation and loneliness are addressed simultaneously. At times of sickness and bereavement, the association is a companion, as it is in times of joy and celebration.

The first meeting and election were held at the Nigerian High Commission at Fleet Street and the late Dr A.A. Olusanya was elected the first Chairman, On 29 March 1992, at the Annual General meeting the late Mrs Norma Nelson
Cole was elected as the Chairperson. She held the office until her death in 1997. She contributed immensely to shaping the new organisation. In February 1999 Dr A.A. Olusanya was again elected as the Chairman. He held this office until 2002, when Mrs G.B. Olowu was elected into the office. She held the position until 2006. Chief A. Oladimeji was then elected in the year 2012 and stayed until 2017. Chief Sylvester Okonkwo was elected the Chairperson in 2017 and when he retired in 2024 due to family Circumstances.
Prince Michael the current Chairman was elected to succeed him.

ACHIEVEMENTS

We meet bi-monthly to deliberate, socialize and share views on issues of common interest.

In addition to our aims and objectives, we organised day trips for members and pay home or hospital visits necessary. We celebrate with members for birthdays and weddings in the family. The Council also supports applications for visas or passports for our members.

Funding for its activates are provided by membership subscriptions donations and fund raising activities

Each Nigerian High Commissioner is our patron and the NCE has had the opportunity to have direct contact with the High Commission and to seek and provide advice to the mission when necessary.

NCE members were given the opportunity to visit the Passport section of the High Commission in response to complaints received from many Nigerians insight into the workings of the Passport Office, which led to some welcome with regards to obtaining Passports and travel documents. This gave s
improvements.

We have also:

Donated money to the SOS Village, Isolo, Supported and donated to the Damilola Taylor Centre.

Held a variety of Social functions such as:

⁃ Children’s parties,
– Over 50’s parties
– End of year parties
– Fundraising dance
– Anniversary events

The NCE is predominantly an elderly group fortunate to enjoy the privilege
and accolades that come with it. We all ray and hope to grow old healthily and gracefully. Our door is open to new members and if you consider yourself young enough please join. Forms are available for collection from the Honourable Secretary.