Elumelu expresses deep sorrow over loss of lives at Afriland Towers fire incident
Abdullateef Fowewe
The founder of United Bank for Africa (UBA), Tony Elumelu, has conveyed profound grief following a devastating fire at Afriland Towers on Tuesday that led to the loss of “valuable colleagues”.
In a heartfelt on Wednesday message via his X handle, Elumelu said, “The past few hours have been tough. We and others lost colleagues in the fire at Afriland Towers.
As a community, we are grieving for all and doing what we can to support their families and loved ones.”
Addressing an earlier rushed statement from UBA’s communications team, he added, “I also saw the initial statement from the comms team at @UBAGroup – which was put out in haste, without understanding the full gravity of what happened. This is regrettable.”
Emphasising the deep pain caused by the loss, Elumelu stated, “The statement does not reflect how deeply saddened we are. The loss of a life is painful, all the more so when it is family and friends. We are praying for all the lives lost.”
He further shared that the group observed a pause to honour the departed, “Our Group paused today to reflect and remember all who passed. They are irreplaceable and will remain in our memories always.”
Concluding with a message of comfort and hope, Elumelu prayed, “May their souls rest in perfect peace and may God comfort their loved ones and us all.”
