President Buhari showers praises, prayers on Tony Elumelu

Tony Elumelu receiving award from President Buhari

File Photo: Tony Elumelu receiving award from President Buhari

President Muhammadu Buhari has rejoiced with distinguished banker, economist, and philanthropist, Tony Elumelu, CFR, on his 60th birthday on March 22, 2023.

The President in his message to Elumelu, who was ranked amongst World’s 100 most influential personalities in 2020 by Time, said the Chairman of the United Bank of Africa (UBA) Group has brought honor and pride to Nigeria and Africa with his achievements.

He thanked Elumelu for lighting the way for many to grow through inspiration, mentorship, and training, with a focus on raising a 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 noted 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 joined family members, particularly his wife, Dr. Awele Elumelu, in thanksgiving to God for all the resourcefulness and impact, with a brighter future ahead.

President Buhari prays for long life, good health, and wisdom for the Humanitarian.

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