Nigerian tycoon Tony Elumelu’s UBA secures $175-million facility from AfDB
The facility will enhance UBA’s capacity to finance crucial projects in Nigeria, with a focus on infrastructure, agriculture, and related value chains.
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The facility will enhance UBA’s capacity to finance crucial projects in Nigeria, with a focus on infrastructure, agriculture, and related value chains.
Elumelu, who owns a 7.39-percent stake in UBA, is not only one of the wealthiest investors on the Nigerian Exchange but also one of Nigeria’s most affluent individuals.
Ripple effect: UBA’s double-digit share surge impacts Nigerian businessman Tony Elumelu’s fortune.
Elumelu owns a 7.39-percent stake in UBA, equivalent to 2,527,372,285 ordinary shares in the leading lender.
United Bank for Africa Plc, the pan-African financial services group led by Nigerian tycoon Tony Elumelu, has unveiled a $6-billion initiative.
Azudialu-Obiejesi’s decision to procure the G-700 aircraft underscores his commitment to building a world-class energy conglomerate.
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’s influence extends far beyond his business endeavors, making him a beacon of inspiration for future generations.
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.
The devaluation of the naira has eroded the gains that Elumelu would have enjoyed from the surge in UBA’s shares.
Elumelu’s strategic acquisition boosts stake in UBA to $44 million, cementing position as one of Nigeria’s leading investors.
Elumelu’s latest acquisition brings the market value of his stake in UBA to $42.57 million.
Elumelu owns a significant 6.9-percent stake in UBA.