Nigerian businessman Tony Elumelu to pocket $1.6-million dividend from UBA
The interim dividend payout will be deposited into Elumelu’s bank account on Fri., Oct. 6.
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The interim dividend payout will be deposited into Elumelu’s bank account on Fri., Oct. 6.
UBA, under the astute guidance of Elumelu, recorded a 437.8-percent surge in its profits in the first half of 2023.
Despite this substantial loss, Elumelu retains his status as one of the wealthiest investors in the local bourse.
Elumelu joins a prestigious group of 38 private sector leaders accompanying Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to the Nigeria-India presidential roundtable.
Elumelu, with a 7.17-percent stake in UBA, or 2,450,603,739 ordinary shares, ranks as one of the richest investors on the Nigerian Exchange.
Elumelu’s influence extends far beyond his business endeavors, making him a beacon of inspiration for future generations.
Through his investment firm, HH Capital, Elumelu owns a 29.5-percent stake in Transnational Corporation of Nigeria (Transcorp).
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Despite this substantial loss, Elumelu maintains his position as one of the wealthiest investors on the local bourse and continues to be one of Nigeria’s richest businessmen.
Elumelu holds a substantial 7.17-percent stake in UBA, equivalent to 2,450,603,739 ordinary shares with a market value of $47 million.
With the acquisition of an additional 7.3 million shares in Transcorp in June, Awele Elumelu’s total holdings in the company now stand at an impressive 2,070,794,804 shares.
Elumelu currently holds a 7.17-percent stake in UBA, or 2,450,603,739 ordinary shares.
The devaluation of the naira has eroded the gains that Elumelu would have enjoyed from the surge in UBA’s shares.
Awele Elumelu’s prominence extends beyond her investments, as she has made significant contributions to the healthcare sector.
Elumelu’s strategic acquisition boosts stake in UBA to $44 million, cementing position as one of Nigeria’s leading investors.
Awele Elumelu acquired a 5.076-percent stake in Transcorp, making her one of the largest shareholders in the conglomerate.