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An article explores proper etiquette regarding English honorifics following a viral incident where a young woman addressed prominent businessman Tony Elumelu by his first name.
An opinion piece by Ayo Akerele reflects on how honour has opened doors in his life, citing his connection with Mr. Tony Elumelu as an example.
An aide to the Delta State governor has offered N500,000 in support to staff of UBA, referencing Tony Elumelu.
An article reflects on the lives of billionaire investor Warren Buffett and Tony Elumelu, discussing the purpose of wealth and what it makes possible for others, as inspired by Buffett's letter to shareholders.
Nigerian billionaire Tony Elumelu publicly corrected a lady for addressing him by his first name, stating he does not subscribe to 'Oyinbo life' (Western culture). A video of the interaction has circulated online.
Nigerian business mogul Tony Elumelu captivated guests with his energetic dance performance at his niece’s wedding ceremony held in Rome.
Heirs Holdings Chairman Tony Elumelu has endorsed Delta State as a promising investment destination in Nigeria. He expressed the state's readiness for profitable ventures and sought partnerships in the power sector.
Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Holdings and founder of the Tony Elumelu Foundation, has stirred public debate after stating that his success is due to luck rather than solely merit or effort.
Tony Elumelu, chairman of Heirs Holdings and United Bank for Africa, stated that Africa needs to "fix our problems ourselves" as Western aid cuts bite. He made the comments during an interview on the sidelines of the Africa-France summit in Nairobi.
Nigerian businessman and philanthropist Tony Elumelu has called for Africa to shed its "victim mentality." He emphasized the need for the continent to take charge of its own development and narrative.
The family of an 18-year-old social media user, Kingsley Akunemeihe, has appealed to billionaire businessman Tony Elumelu to forgive their son following his arrest for allegedly spreading a false rumor about Elumelu's divorce.
Three individuals have been arrested for allegedly spreading false news regarding the divorce of Nigerian businessman Tony Elumelu from his wife, Awele. The arrests followed widespread claims that circulated about their marital status, which Elumelu's camp denied.
President Tinubu, former President Obasanjo, Tony Elumelu, and other notable figures are featured in the Maddtimes Power List Coffee Table Book, which also includes contributions from former Lagos State Governor Babatunde Fashola and the Olu of Warri Ogiame Atuwatse III.
Heirs Energies has committed $10 million to its entrepreneurship initiative, aiming to support 2,000 African entrepreneurs through the Tony Elumelu Foundation to foster job creation across the continent.
Tony Elumelu Foundation, TEF, has disbursed over $100 million in non-refundable grants to 24,000 young entrepreneurs across the African continent since the launch of its flagship entrepreneurship…
Delta State Governor Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori extended warm felicitations to United Bank for Africa (UBA) Chairman Mr. Tony Elumelu on his 63rd birth anniversary, praising him as an exceptional leader.
The Tony Elumelu Foundation has disbursed $100m to 24,000 young African entrepreneurs since 2015, creating over 1.5 million jobs across the continent. Read More:…
The Tony Elumelu Foundation is set to unveil its 12th cohort, funding 3,200 entrepreneurs with $16m after a record surge in applications, following applications from over 265,000 young Africans across all 54 countries.
United Bank for Africa has appointed Emmanuel Nnorom as its new Group Chairman, succeeding Tony Elumelu who officially retired from the role.
The young woman involved in a controversy with businessman Tony Elumelu at a UBA event has received a ₦500,000 support offer, a VIP trip, and an ambassadorial role from a Delta State Governor's aide.
Following a rebuke from Tony Elumelu, an aide to the Delta State Governor has offered a UBA staff member N500,000 and an ambassadorial deal.
A viral video featuring Nigerian businessman Tony Elumelu discussing how he prefers to be addressed has sparked a debate about first-name culture in the workplace. Elumelu's preference to be called 'TOE' or 'Mr. Elumelu' has ignited widespread discussion.
Speaking on the appointment, the Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, said the board was confident that Mr Puri’s extensive experience, depth of expertise and sound judgement would further strengthen the…
Vice President Shettima, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Tony Elumelu, and other prominent figures are actively seeking investments for the Delta region at an economic summit.
Tony Elumelu has retired as the Chairman of UBA Group after 12 years, with Emmanuel Nnorom named as his successor to lead the board.
Tony Elumelu has been appointed as the new chairman of Seplat Energy, succeeding Dr. Bryant Orjiako. The board has also named Engr. Effiong Okon as Chief Executive Officer, effective August 1, 2026, as part of the company's leadership changes.
Tony Elumelu argues that Africa requires significant investment in power and infrastructure for economic growth, rather than relying on aid, and calls for partnerships that empower youth.
The Nigerian Senate has cleared Enikanolaiye and Tegbe as new ministers, among other government and economic developments in the country. This comes as various sectors, including power distribution and aviation, address ongoing challenges and disputes.
The family of an 18-year-old UTME candidate has publicly appealed to Tony Elumelu for forgiveness after the candidate was arrested for sharing a false divorce post on social media.
The Dangote Group has strongly refuted viral claims about a rift with Tony Elumelu, labeling the reports as false and misleading.
Nigerian industrial and financial leaders, Abdul Samad Rabiu of BUA Group and Tony Elumelu of UBA, are deepening their partnership to foster Nigeria's industrial growth, as BUA Foods reports N1.77 trillion in revenue.
Tanzania has successfully secured 12 positions in the initial cohort of winners for the 2026 Tony Elumelu Entrepreneurship Program, highlighting its growing entrepreneurial landscape.
Nigerian philanthropist Tony Elumelu's foundation has unveiled its 2026 entrepreneurship cohort, committing $16 million in seed funding to support 3,200 African entrepreneur beneficiaries with grants and mentorship.
Nigerian philanthropist Tony Elumelu has unveiled the 2026 cohort of his entrepreneurship programme on his birthday, committing to support 3,200 young African founders with $5,000 grants and mentorship.
The Tony Elumelu Foundation has selected 3,200 African entrepreneurs for its 2026 Entrepreneurship Programme, focusing on AI integration and green business management, following its earlier announcement of the upcoming cohort.
Applications to the flagship programme were received from over 265,000 young Africans, representing all 54 African countries, underscoring Africa’s vibrant entrepreneurial sector and the funding…
A UBA trainee's unconventional greeting to Chairman Tony Elumelu went viral, igniting discussions on corporate etiquette and generational differences in the workplace.
A UBA graduate trainee recounts her memorable handshake with prominent businessman Tony Elumelu, highlighting how the moment reinforced her belief in the power of ideas and initiative.
Omoyele Sowore has condemned the public backlash against a UBA staff member who addressed Tony Elumelu by his first name, calling for psychosocial support for the employee.
Tony Elumelu's Heirs Holdings investment in Seplat Energy has more than doubled, now valued at over $1 billion, driven by a significant surge in Seplat’s share price.
Tony Elumelu is transitioning from his role at UBA, where he significantly impacted African banking, to focus on industrial leadership, energy transformation, and philanthropy across Africa.
Tony Elumelu announced a partnership with Delta State for power generation, emphasizing the importance of effective execution of development plans over resource discovery.
Nigerian businessman Tony Elumelu reflects on his early career, specifically his 1997 acquisition and transformation of the struggling Crystal Bank into Standard Trust Bank (STB).
A 19-year-old blogger has been arraigned in Lagos on charges of cyberstalking and making defamatory posts against UBA Chairman Tony Elumelu. The blogger entered a plea of not guilty.
Heirs Holdings Founder Tony Elumelu addressed Presidents Ruto and Macron at the Africa Forward Summit, stating that African youth require substantive partnerships rather than handouts. He emphasized the critical importance of power and infrastructure development for the continent's progress.
Omoyele Sowore has publicly criticized Tony Elumelu for allegedly using police to arrest content creators over a viral claim, deeming the action unlawful and a civil matter.
Femi Otedola and Aliko Dangote have both publicly refuted claims that Otedola funded the Dangote refinery and denied any rift between Dangote and Tony Elumelu. They clarified that no funding was requested from Elumelu, Adenuga, or Otedola for the refinery project.
Tony Elumelu, a prominent business leader, advised 720 UBA graduate trainees that true success is derived from visible results, unwavering discipline, and relentless execution, rather than mere potential. His guidance focused on practical steps for career growth.
The Tony Elumelu Foundation is driving an African entrepreneurial revolution by providing seed capital and fostering innovation in critical sectors like green energy, agrotech, and creative industries, building essential infrastructure for the continent's growth.
Tony Elumelu's foundation has provided over $100 million in support to 24,000 entrepreneurs over 16 years, also training 2.5 million young Africans.
Nigerian President Bola Tinubu has extended his felicitations to Tony Elumelu, Chairman of Heirs Holdings and UBA, on his 63rd birthday, praising his commitment to Africapitalism.
Entrepreneurs supported by the Tony Elumelu Foundation have collectively generated over $4.2 billion in revenue and created 1.5 million jobs since the grant program's inception in 2015.
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated economist and philanthropist Tony Elumelu on his birthday, commending his vision of Africapitalism and efforts in youth empowerment.
Tony Elumelu has issued a public warning about an AI-generated scam video that falsely depicts him endorsing a crypto platform, highlighting the increasing threat of digital fraud.