The Pioneer Progressive Friends Club (TPPFC), a foremost association of Nigerians resident in China and Hong Kong, past and present, has elected Chief Sebastine Azubuike-Ijomah as its new Prime Minister, with a pledge to drive the club’s growth, unity, and development.
Azubuike-Ijomah emerged at the club’s annual two-day convention held in Aba, Abia State, where members gathered to review the organisation’s activities and elect a new leadership to steer its affairs.
He succeeds Chief Ikedi Obi as Prime Minister. Other officers elected at the convention include Dr. Pst. Okey Moses (Deputy Prime Minister), Prince Bright Ehirim, Bro. Samuel Ukachukwu, Mr. Honour God Anyikwa, Chinemelum Mmaduabum, Mr. DanGold, Chief Chinonso Arthur Rich Ogenna, Elder Sam Nduka, Pst. Oby Chinedu, and Mr. Daniel Izuchukwu.
In his acceptance speech, Chief Azubuike-Ijomah expressed gratitude to the Grand Patron, Chief Jerry Obiegbu, the Electoral Committee led by Chief Olisa Ofianecheobodo, the outgoing executive council, and members for what he described as a smooth and transparent transition.
He pledged to consolidate the club’s achievements, strengthen internal structures, and promote initiatives that would enhance unity, investment opportunities, job creation, and the overall welfare of members.
As part of early strategic decisions, the new Prime Minister announced the appointment of Chief Paul Dim (Oputa Obie) as Head of the Investment Intervention Committee, describing the move as a key step toward positioning the club for greater impact and sustainable progress.