About
Established in 1965
We Are The Guards of Peace!
Sheriff Guards International was founded in 1965 but got its recognition from the federal government on the 24th of September, 1977. SGN was officially launched by the-then federal commissioner for social development, youth, sports, and culture (Mr. Patric Sanwo) under the joint chairmanship of his royal highness, Alhaji Ado bayero (The emir of kano) and Oba Adeyinka Oyekan II (Oba of lagos) and many other distinignised personalities from all walks of life.
Sheriff Guards International was founded by a committee of five, headed by Comrade Giyasudeen Abdul-Quadri Akorede-Imam who eventually became the director general of the organization. The organization has also participated and contributed meaningfully in all programmes organized by local, state, and federal governments. We have branches across States in Nigeria.
Vision
Our vision is to develop the youths and adults towards becoming good citizens.
Mission
Our mission is to promote the physical, mental, moral, spiritual, economic, and social well-being of both youths and adults.
Core Values
- Sacrifice
- Humanity
- Education
- Religion
- Intelligence
- Friendship
- Freedom
- Generosity
- Universality
- Ability
- Respect
- Discipline
- Services
Our Logo Meaning
We do not just form a logo. We make one with our mission in vision in mind. This has been enabling us to maintain an outstanding standard and serve as a reminder to all members why they join the organization. The logo is made up of five major parts. The eagle, index finger, crescent, and olives.
Eagle
The eagle on top of the flag means Strength. As part of our mission, we focus on mental and physical development of our members through inter-state camping activities.
Index Finger
The hand with index finger raised means the oneness of God. We do not judge anyone based on their religious beliefs but prioritize human-to-human relationship. Thus, everyone is welcomed.
Crescent
The crescent on which the hand stands means the beginning of a new era. Meaning, we target new developmental programs and projects in commemoration of our annual anniversary.
Olives
The olives on both sides of the concentric circle mean Peace. All our activities focus on peaceful collaboration and activities across the nation and the world at large.
Comrade Giyasudeen Abdul-Quadri Akorede
Director General
Justice Muhammed Bello (RTD)
Former Chief Justice of Nigeria and Chief National Commissioner
General Ibrahim Babangida
Former Head of State and Grand Patron
1977
Federal Recognition - 1st Anniversary
Our Departments
Professional Technical Corps
This department brings the entire technical professionals together for voluntary service and organizational development projects. The PTC members are recognized with white berets and green necktie.
Regional Regiment Department
This department consists mostly of federal officers and they work directly with the Headquarter on local, national, and international assignments. The RRD members can be easily recognized by red berets and green neck-tie.
Regional Resources Corps
This department creates self-employment scheme, job opportunities, and serve as a resource center for members and the public for employment. The RRC are known with their green cap and green necktie.
Community Development Corps
This division of the organization is in charge of relief-work, rehabilitation, and community services that can help both the rural and urban cities. The CDC members are known with black beret and green necktie.