Elumelu clocks 60, Buhari hails distinguished banker
President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated distinguished banker, economist, and philanthropist, Tony Elumelu on his 60th birthday.
Elumelu, the Chairman of the United Bank of Africa Group, was born on March 22, 1963.
In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, the president shared the joy of the occasion with the entrepreneur, who was ranked among world’s 100 most influential personalities in 2020 by Time.
Buhari said Elumelu has brought honour to Nigeria, and had been a mentor to many other entrepreneurs.
The statement reads partly, “President Buhari felicitates with Chairman of the United Bank of Africa (UBA) Group on the milestone, affirming the honor and pride that the benefactor has brought to Nigeria, and Africa, with his achievements, lighting the way for many to grow through inspiration, mentorship and training, with focus on raising generation of entrepreneurs.
“The President believes Elumelu’s benevolence typifies his humble background and upbringing, starting out as a young banker, daring to dream of a modern and technologically friendly financial institution, Standard Trust Bank, and leading one of the biggest mergers with the UBA, which made history and strengthened the economy.
“President Buhari notes the combination of youthfulness in style, broadness in networking, with both old and young, and the passion in pursuing and realizing dreams that the entrepreneur continually projects, graciously guiding others to nurture their business ideas to reality, especially in meeting societal needs and rendering value.
“As the Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Transcorp and Tony Elumelu Foundation clocks 60, the President joins family members, particularly his wife, Dr Awele Elumelu, in thanksgiving to God for all the resourcefulness and impact, with brighter future ahead.
“President Buhari prays for long life, good health and wisdom for the Humanitarian.”
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