GOVERNANCE & ETHICS

Code of Conduct.

The standards, responsibilities, ethics and organizational principles that guide members and officers of Lion Heart Hunters Nigeria.

◆ OFFICIAL ORGANIZATIONAL DOCUMENT
THE CODE

Standards For Service.

The Code of Conduct describes the standards, responsibilities and organizational rules applicable to Lion Heart Hunters Nigeria across its command levels.

It covers relationships with other organizations, functions, membership, ethics, identification, ranking and promotion, appointments, finance, discipline, appeals, resignation, welfare and training.

The document states that its provisions are binding on the authorities, persons and activities of Lion Heart Hunters Nigeria throughout the federation.
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Truth. Trust. Honesty. Justice.

The document summarizes LHHN's stated ethos around truth, trust, honesty and justice for the innocent and defenseless, together with peace in the country.

DOCUMENT GUIDE

Explore The Code.

ARTICLE 1 Supremacy, Identity & Norms ARTICLE 2 Relationships FUNCTIONS Organizational Functions ARTICLES 3–4 Formation & Membership ARTICLE 5 General Code of Ethics ARTICLE 6 Identification ARTICLE 7 Ranking & Promotion ARTICLES 18–20 Discipline & Appeals
ARTICLE 01

Supremacy, Identity & Norms

The Code Governs.

Article 1 establishes the supremacy and binding force of the Code of Conduct across the organization, including its national, state, zonal, area and unit levels.

01

The Code of Conduct is stated to be supreme and binding on the authorities, persons and activities of Lion Heart Hunters Nigeria throughout the federation.

02

The organization and its members are expected to operate in accordance with the provisions of the Code.

03

The document states that where another law is inconsistent with the Code, the Code shall prevail to the stated extent, subject to the exception concerning the constituted authority of the organization.

ARTICLE 02

Relationships With Other Organizations

Working Together.

Article 2 sets out the organization's approach to working with other organizations and law enforcement agencies.

01

Command shall work with other social service organizations in its area of operation.

02

Command shall maintain a good working relationship with law enforcement agencies within its area of operation.

03

LHHN shall make its programme of activities known within the relevant state of operation.

04

The document also states that LHHN shall register with the National Youth Council of Nigeria at state and national level.

ORGANIZATIONAL FUNCTIONS

Service & Responsibility.

The Code identifies a range of functions through which the organization seeks to contribute to peace, development, security awareness and community service.

01

Serve as a potential reserve or volunteer force to security agencies as may be required.

02

Act as an early-warning resource through collection and gathering of information for the relevant security agency.

03

Provide services intended to contribute to peace, development and healthier communities.

04

Embark on rescue and disaster-related activities.

05

Participate in food and security development projects.

06

Promote social welfare, culture and economic wellbeing and maintain liaison with government, law enforcement and corporate bodies.

07

Conduct community sensitization on civic education and a non-violent political culture.

08

Collaborate with law enforcement agencies in the maintenance of law and order.

09

Provide security for schools at various levels.

10

Provide security-awareness training to members and the public.

11

Provide orderliness, escorts and other public/private security-conscious services.

12

Provide community profiling and information gathering for public use.

13

Carry out other lawful functions as may be directed by the constituted authority.

MEMBERSHIP

Joining & Formation.

The Code contains provisions concerning the formation of divisions and introduction of new members.

Division Formation

Formation at division level is stated to be the responsibility of the area command, with approval involving the relevant zonal, state and regional structures and notification of the national command.

Membership Requirements

The document states that a recognized division must be community based and have a minimum of ten members, with specified leadership-course requirements.

New Members

Article 4 states that introduction of new members includes undertaking the LHHN promise before formal admission as a new member.

The document states that the age range for members shall be 18 years and above.
ARTICLE 05

General Code Of Ethics.

Article 5 establishes rules intended to guide the conduct of members and officers.

01

Discipline

Disciplinary committees are provided for handling cases of indiscipline at different command levels.

02

Responsible Communication

Members are not to grant media interviews without appropriate authorization from the national controller.

03

Respect

Members are expected to give due respect to their superior officers.

04

Non-Discrimination

The Code prohibits discrimination on the basis of religion, gender, tribe, race or political belief.

05

Lawful Conduct

Members are required to obey lawful institutions in the discharge of their responsibilities.

06

No Corruption

Members are prohibited from aiding, abetting or participating in corruption.

07

Meetings

Attendance at LHHN meetings in the state is stated to be mandatory for members.

08

Reputation

Members are expected to avoid acts that may tarnish the image and reputation of LHHN.

09

Internal Resolution

The Code states that LHHN-related crises should be handled internally by appropriate authorities as a last resort.

10

Firearms

The Code states that members shall not possess firearms except where licensed by constituted authority.

11

No Theft

The Code expressly prohibits stealing.

12

No Secret Cults

Members are prohibited from belonging to secret cults.

ARTICLE 06

Official Identification.

Article 6 establishes rules concerning the issuance, use and return of LHHN identity cards.

Identity cards are stated to be issued by the National Command with headquarters approval.
Other command levels are not authorized to independently print or issue identity cards, badges, ranks or monogrammed uniforms.
The identity card is stated to carry the signature of the National Controller or an authorized representative.
LHHN identity cards are stated to have a three-year expiration period.
Members are required to carry their identity card at all times.
Identity cards must be returned upon resignation, dismissal, promotion or demotion.

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ARTICLE 07

Ranking & Promotion.

The Code provides rules governing rank, promotion examinations and promotion recommendations.

New members No rank
Promotion Requirements apply
Promotion examination Required
Officers assessment Every 3 years
Rank approval Headquarters

Promotion Criteria

  • Satisfactory performance and contribution.
  • Stipulated years of active membership service.
  • Attendance at leadership courses and other activities.
  • Adequate leadership and fellowship.
  • Self-discipline, self-control and self-reliance.
  • Membership dues must be up to date.
ARTICLES 18–20

Discipline, Appeal & Resignation.

The Code provides processes for disciplinary action, appeals and resignation from membership or office.

Discipline

Discipline is to be decided by the disciplinary committee of the relevant command. The Code provides for questioning and, where an explanation is unsatisfactory, suspension before disciplinary consideration.

Suspension

Suspension is identified as a disciplinary measure. During suspension, the member ceases to wear command uniform or emblem and ceases to enjoy membership rights for the suspension period.

Dismissal

Dismissal is described as a last resort for misconduct and requires approval of the supervising authority/headquarters as stated in the Code.

Appeal

Aggrieved members or officers have a right of appeal through the chain of command to higher authority.

Resignation

Members are required to give one month's notice of intention to resign, attaching their National ID/card. The executive committee reserves the right to accept or reject a resignation as it deems fit.

Internal Process

The Code establishes a chain through which petitions and appeals should pass, moving through the appropriate command levels.

RIGHT TO APPEAL

A Structured Appeal Process.

The Code states that an aggrieved member or officer may write an appeal to a higher authority through the appropriate authorities in the chain of command: unit to area, area to state, state to zone, and zone to national. The higher authority is stated to consider the appeal and communicate its decision within six months of receipt.

ARTICLE 23

Training, Readiness & Development.

The Code contains provisions concerning camping, training and physical fitness activities within the organization.

Camping and training require approval of the National Controller.
Rules concerning camping and training are to be observed according to the operational standard book.
Inter-state camping is stated to be organized by the state and national commands.
Commands are to determine the time, place and frequency of training within the command.
The Code states that commands shall have camping programmes at least twice a year.
Physical fitness training is stated to take place every two weeks.
SOURCE NOTE: This webpage is a structured web presentation of provisions contained in the supplied Lion Heart Hunters Nigeria Code of Conduct document. It is not intended to replace the original document. Where the wording or provisions of the original document should be consulted, the original Code of Conduct remains the controlling source.
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