UBA 75years Anniversary: Alawuba, Others Applauds Elumelu For Visionary Leadership Style

Africa’s Global Bank, United Bank for Africa (UBA) Group Managing Director, Oliver Alawuba has applauded the Group Chairman, Mr. Tony Elumelu. He stated that the success the bank enjoys today would not have been possible without Elumelu’s visionary leadership and tutelage. 

This is as the bank celebrates 75years of unwavering commitment to excellence.

It is interesting to know that since its inception in 1949, UBA has been a beacon of hope, trust, and reliability, adapting to the changing tides of technology and innovation.

With a clear vision and purpose, UBA has consistently focused on supporting and transforming businesses across Africa, particularly in the critical SME space. The bank’s dedication to its customers, embodied in its C1st Philosophy, has built a legacy of trust and reliability, earning the loyalty of generations of customers.

From pioneering technological advancements like chat banking bots and cash deposit ATMs to innovative solutions like Braille account opening forms for the visually impaired, UBA has continuously pushed boundaries.

However, Alawuba, has attributed UBA’s success to its unwavering commitment to excellence.

He said; “UBA has continued to support and transform businesses across Africa, especially in the critical SME space.”

“UBA’s success would have been impossible without the visionary leadership and tutelage of our Group Chairman, Mr. Tony Elumelu.”

“UBA is committed to improving and facilitating intra-Africa trade. We are committed to developing Africa. We are committed to supporting the key sectors that are pushing African economies… If you look at our accounts and performance, you will see that our performance has continued to improve, reflecting clearly what we are doing.”

“We don’t just support these businesses; we support all the value-chain that are tied to these businesses so that the SMEs will continue to thrive. SMEs are the future of Africa and will continue to provide support to SME businesses.”

“We are committed to expanding our presence, seizing growth opportunities, and delivering value to all stakeholders. Collaboration and partnerships… will be instrumental in achieving our strategic objectives.”

“We are dedicated to deepening relationships with customers, employees, regulators, and other stakeholders for mutual benefit and long-term success.”

“This milestone anniversary, its story serves as a testament to the power of vision, dedication, and innovation. Stakeholders should continue to support and collaborate with us. Together, we will write the next chapter of success for United Bank for Africa Plc.”