Tinubu Lauds Tony Elumelu’s Impact, Entrepreneurial Spirit On 61st Birthday

Eko Hot Blog reports that President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to Mr. Tony Elumelu, the Chairman of the Board of the United Bank for Africa (UBA), on the occasion of his 61st birthday.

In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu praised Elumelu’s remarkable achievements and contributions to national and continental development.

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The statement, titled “President Tinubu celebrates top business leader, Tony Elumelu, on his birthday,” conveyed the President’s well-wishes for Elumelu. “President Tinubu wishes Mr. Elumelu many more years in good health and strength as he persists in his endeavor of contributing substantially to national and continental development,” the statement read.

President Tinubu commended the foremost businessman and philanthropist, who chairs several prominent organizations, including Heirs Holdings, Transcorp, and the and the United Bank for Africa, and is the founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation. He acknowledged Elumelu’s “industry and the uncommon spirit of excellence that governs the entirety of his enterprise.”

Furthermore, the President recognized Elumelu’s “streak of genius in driving investments, creating opportunities for Africa’s ebullient youths, and providing them with the support they need to soar.” He expressed gratitude to Elumelu, who was named on Time’s list of the 100 most influential people in the world in 2020, for his steadfast faith in the certainty of a greater Nigeria and for always projecting the best of the nation.

Elumelu, a leading figure in the African business landscape, has made significant contributions to entrepreneurship, youth empowerment, and economic development across the continent. Through his philanthropic initiatives and strategic investments, he has played a pivotal role in fostering an enabling environment for aspiring entrepreneurs and driving innovation.

President Tinubu’s congratulatory message not only celebrates Elumelu’s personal milestone but also highlights his remarkable impact on Nigeria and Africa as a whole. The recognition from the highest office in the land underscores Elumelu’s status as a trailblazer and a role model for aspiring business leaders and entrepreneurs.

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As Elumelu embarks on another year, the President’s words of encouragement and appreciation serve as a testament to his enduring legacy and the immense respect he commands within the Nigerian business community and beyond.

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