President Muhammadu Buhari has congratulated renowned banker, philanthropist and Chairman of the United Bank of Africa (UBA) Group, Mr Tony Elumelu, as he clocks 60 years of age.
In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina, President Buhari lauded Elumelu for his pioneering spirit in birthing digital banking in Nigeria as well as leading the way for a generation of young Nigerians, through vigorous mentorship, to choose entrepreneurship.
While joining the family, friends and associates of the Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Transcorp and Tony Elumelu Foundation in celebrating his life and achievements, the President prayed for a long and healthy life for the business guru.
“President Muhammadu Buhari rejoices with distinguished banker, economist, and philanthropist, Tony Elumelu, CFR, on his 60th birthday, March 22, 2023, sharing joy and warmth of the occasion with the entrepreneur, who was ranked amongst World’s 100 most influential personalities in 2020 by Time.
“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”, the statement said.
