UBA CRACKS DOWN: Elumelu Divorce Rumour Debunked as Arrests Begin in Major Misinformation Sweep

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Lagos, May 3, 2026 — Nigeria’s financial powerhouse, United Bank for Africa (UBA), has launched a decisive crackdown on the spread of false information, firmly debunking viral claims that its Group Chairman, Tony O. Elumelu, has divorced his wife.

In a strongly worded statement, the bank described the reports as “entirely fabricated, reckless, and without basis,” warning that the misinformation was not only false but deliberately crafted to mislead the public and inflict reputational damage.

But this is no longer just a denial — it is now a full-scale legal response.

UBA confirmed that law enforcement authorities have already made arrests, signaling a shift from warning to action. Those apprehended in connection with the creation and spread of the false narrative include:

• Mr. Kingsley Akunemeihe (@Directorkem)
• Mr. Chigozie Success Ihebom
• Mr. John Surpruchi Nwanorue (@problemchimky)

Sources indicate that investigations are ongoing, with more arrests expected as authorities widen the net to include individuals and platforms that amplified the defamatory content.

The statement, signed by Alero Ladipo, Group Head, Brand, Marketing & Corporate Communication, reads like a legal thunderclap across the digital space. It directs all individuals, blogs, and media platforms to immediately cease and desist from further dissemination, delete all related content, and preserve records pending prosecution.

UBA did not mince words:

“Failure to comply will trigger immediate legal action, including claims for defamation, injunctive relief, damages, and all remedies available under the law.”

In a digital age where rumours can travel faster than truth, UBA’s response sends a clear message — misinformation is no longer a harmless whisper; it is a prosecutable offense.

The bank reaffirmed its unwavering stance:

“The UBA Group remains resolute in protecting the reputation, privacy, and integrity of our brand and that of Mr. Elumelu. We will pursue all necessary legal avenues — both civil and criminal — to ensure that every responsible party is identified and held accountable.”

This development marks a defining moment in the fight against digital defamation in Nigeria’s corporate space — a signal that the era of unchecked viral falsehoods is meeting a firm, lawful resistance.

Readers are advised to rely only on verified information and refrain from sharing unconfirmed reports, as the consequences are now clearly unfolding in real time.