UBA Debunks Elumelu’s Divorce Claim As Police Arrest 3 Over False Publication
The United Bank for Africa, UBA Group has debunked a trending story that its chairman, Mr Tony Elumelu has divorced his wife.
UBA Group in a statement issued by its spokesperson, Alero Ladipo says the claim are deliberate falsehood designed to mislead the public and cause reputational harm to its chairman.
According to the statement, three persons have been arrested while investigation are ongoing to unravel others behind the malicious publication and prosecution.
The statement, however, warned those spreading the falsehood to pull it down from their platforms. Otherwise, they will face the full wrath of the law.
The statement titled “FORMAL NOTICE: FALSE, DEFAMATORY, AND MALICIOUS PUBLICATION”, read:
“The attention of UBA Group has been drawn to a false, defamatory, and malicious publication currently circulating on social media platforms, falsely alleging that the Group Chairman, Mr. Tony O. Elumelu, CFR, has divorced his wife.
“These statements and all similar content are entirely fabricated, reckless, and without basis. The claims are a deliberate falsehood designed to mislead the public and cause reputational harm.
“The matter has been referred to the relevant law enforcement authorities, who have commenced action.
“We confirm that three individuals directly connected to the creation and dissemination of these malicious falsehoods have been arrested, namely:
“1. Mr. Kingsley Akunemeihe (@Directorkem) 2. Mr. Chigozie Success Ihebom 3. Mr. John Surpruchi Nwanorue (@problemchimky)
” 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 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 contentPreserve 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.
“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.”
