Integrity
Conduct worthy of trust, with honesty and accountability at the center of public and private life.
NZE NA OZO USA
Honoring tradition. Living with integrity. Building community.
A cultural and nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Igbo values, strengthening unity, and promoting peace, justice, honesty, and moral leadership.
Nze Chika Peter Eche
Ichie Onodugo • President, Nze Na Ozo USA
WHO WE ARE
A living institution of character and cultural stewardship
Nze Na Ozo USA brings together men initiated into the Nze Na Ozo title tradition and living in the United States. The organization exists to promote Igbo traditional culture, unity, understanding, integrity, peace, and responsible family and community leadership.
The tradition emphasizes moral character, impartiality, honesty, and service. Historically, Ozo titled men were regarded as custodians of custom and law and were expected to demonstrate a high standard of personal conduct.
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Our purpose
To preserve and promote the moral and cultural ideals represented by Nze Na Ozo, while fostering unity, peace, love, truth, and harmony among members and the wider community.
Tradition with responsibility
OUR VALUES
The standards we carry forward
Membership is rooted in character, accountability, and service to community.
Justice
Fairness, impartiality, and thoughtful judgment when resolving disputes and serving the community.
Unity
Strengthening understanding, brotherhood, mutual respect, and a shared commitment to the common good.
Peace
Promoting harmony, respectful dialogue, and conduct that protects the dignity of the organization.
Culture
Educating members and future generations about Igbo traditions, values, institutions, and heritage.
Service
Supporting members and families through organized community, fellowship, and responsible leadership.
MEMBERSHIP
Become part of Nze Na Ozo USA
Membership is open to eligible Nze Na Ozo title holders residing in the United States, subject to verification, screening, and approval under the organization’s bylaws.
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Eligibility
Applicant must have been initiated into the Nze Na Ozo title in Nigeria and be a resident of the United States.
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Verification
The Admission Committee screens prospective applicants and makes recommendations to the general body.
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Admission
Admission is determined by the general body in accordance with the bylaws and membership requirements.
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Good Standing
Members maintain active status by meeting financial and organizational responsibilities.
Important: Fees, dues, probation terms, and other requirements are governed by the current bylaws and may be amended by the organization.
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
Complete and submit your application online
Download the official fillable PDF, complete it on your computer or mobile device, save it, then upload the completed form below. When you press Submit Membership Application, the file will be emailed to the Nze Na Ozo USA membership office at [email protected].
Step 1
Download the fillable membership form
The official form includes member contact information, details of your Nze Na Ozo title, guarantors, verification permission, and signature/date fields.
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Step 2
Upload and submit the completed form
GOVERNANCE
Structured leadership and accountable administration
The bylaws establish elected and appointed officers, an Executive Council, a Board of Trustees, and standing committees for areas including admissions, constitutional review, audit, discipline, social activities, and member benefits.
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Executive leadership
President, Vice President, Secretary, Financial Secretary, Treasurer, and other officers.
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Board & committees
Advisory, admissions, audit, discipline, constitutional review, social, and benefits functions.
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Member participation
Voting, elections, meetings, and constitutional amendments are governed by defined procedures.
DOCUMENTS
Official organization resources
Reference materials for members, prospective members, and community partners.
Bylaws
Membership, governance, elections, committees, benefits, and organizational procedures.
Certificate of Filing
Texas Secretary of State filing document for Nze Na Ozo USA.
Fillable Membership Form
Complete the official membership application electronically, then submit it through the website.
CONNECT WITH US
Preserve the heritage. Strengthen the community.
Nze Na Ozo USA serves members across the United States with its headquarters tradition rooted in Houston, Texas.
Membership or partnership inquiry
Contact Nze Na Ozo USA for membership, cultural programs, partnerships, and general inquiries.
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 832-406-5413
Address: 710 Sunnyside St., Houston, Texas