United Bank for Africa (UBA) Plc has refuted circulating social media claims alleging that its Group Chairman, Tony Elumelu, has ended his marriage, describing the reports as entirely false.
The Tier-1 financial institution said the publication is not only misleading but also malicious and defamatory, aimed at damaging the reputation of its chairman.
In a statement issued by the bank’s Group Head of Brand, Marketing and Corporate Communication, Alero Ladipo, UBA clarified that the reports and similar content were fabricated and should be disregarded by the public.
The bank also disclosed that three individuals — Kingsley Akunemeihe (@Directorkem), Chigozie Success Ihebom, and John Surpruchi Nwanorue (@problemchimky) — have been apprehended by law enforcement agencies in connection with the false publication.
According to the statement, further investigations are ongoing and may result in additional arrests and prosecutions.
“Investigations are ongoing and are expected to lead to further arrests and prosecutions of all persons involved in originating, amplifying or sustaining this defamatory campaign.
“This notice serves as a formal notice to all individuals, platforms, and entities involved in the publication, reposting, or continued dissemination of this content to immediately cease and desist.
“All such parties are hereby required to remove the offending publication from all platforms immediately; refrain from any further publication or amplification of similar false content and preserve all records, including digital footprints, communications, and metadata relating to the creation and dissemination of the publication, pending further legal action.
“Failure to comply will result in the initiation of legal proceedings, including claims for defamation, injunctive relief, damages, and any other remedies available under applicable law.
“Failure to comply will result in the initiation of legal proceedings, including claims for defamation, injunctive relief, and damages.
“The UBA Group is resolute in protecting the reputation, privacy, and integrity of our brand, that of Mr. Elumelu and will pursue all necessary legal avenues — civil and criminal to ensure that all responsible parties are identified and held accountable.”
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