Tinubu hails Tony Elumelu on 60th birthday

President Bola Tinubu on Friday hailed the Chairman of the Board of the United Bank for Africa Plc, Mr Tony Elumelu, on his 61st birthday.

The President’s greeting was contained in a statement signed by His Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale.

The statement reads partly, “President Tinubu wishes Mr. Elumelu many more years in good health and strength as he persists in his endeavour of contributing substantially to national and continental development”.

Tinubu lauded the foremost businessman and philanthropist, who also chairs Heirs Holdings, Transcorp, Plc and The Tony Elumelu Foundation, commending him for his industry and the uncommon spirit of excellence that governs the entirety of his enterprise.

The Commander-in-Chief of armed forces acknowledged Wlumelu’s “streak of genius in driving investments, creating opportunities for Africa’s ebullient youths, and providing them with the support they need to soar.”

The statement added, “The President thanks Mr. Elumelu, who was named on Time’s list of 100 most influential people in the world in 2020, for his steadfast trust and faith in the certainty of a greater Nigeria and for always projecting the best of our great nation.

“President Tinubu wishes Mr. Elumelu many more years in good health and strength as he persists in his endeavour of contributing substantially to national and continental development.”