The Just Friends Club of Nigeria (JFCN) has elected Amaechi Aloke, a retired director of the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE), as its new president.
Aloke, who will serve a three-year term with the possibility of renewal, was elected on Saturday during the club’s general meeting in Abuja.
Other members of the new executive are Maria Cardillo (vice-president), Nonso Okechukwu (general secretary), Adaeze Oputah (assistant general secretary), Ehimare Uwaifoh (legal adviser), Eric Nwafor (financial secretary), Paul Ikpokilli (social secretary), Ngozi John-Uyah (public relations officer), and Benevolent Okpogor (treasurer).
Efe Awhinahwi, JFCN spokesperson, said the swearing-in ceremony will take place on November 28 during the club’s annual end-of-year party in Abuja.
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Awhinahwi said Aloke will succeed Fred Ohwahwa, who has served two terms as the club’s president.
In his acceptance speech, Aloke pledged to strengthen the club’s mission of fostering camaraderie, community development, and social engagement among its members.
“I look forward to working with our members to build an even stronger, more vibrant Just Friends Club that continues to make a positive impact in our communities,” he said.
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“I wish to express our gratitude to the members of this most prestigious club in Abuja for finding us worthy to serve as members of the executive.
“On behalf of the members of the newly elected executive, we wish to commit ourselves to serving the club with total dedication.
“The outgoing president and members of his executive have done so much for the club, and it is difficult to surpass what they have achieved. However, we commit ourselves to continue to steer the club forward and achieve new heights.”
Founded in Abuja, the Just Friends Club of Nigeria is a social organisation dedicated to promoting friendship, cultural exchange, and community service among its members across the country.
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