TONY ELUMELU, OTHERS PAY TRIBUTE TO UNITED CAPITAL FIRE VICTIMS
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By Sunmisola Shodayo
On Wednesday, United Capital Group conducted a solemn and appropriate memorial service to honor six colleagues who tragically perished in a fire incident at Afriland Towers, the company’s Lagos headquarters.
In a statement released to the press on Thursday, United Capital Group indicated that the service, held at Harbour Point, Victoria Island, Lagos, brought the capital market to a halt, as regulators, industry leaders, clients, partners, and the broader business community convened in solidarity to express their sympathies to the organization, as well as to the families and loved ones of the deceased.
The media reported that United Capital Plc confirmed the loss of six of its employees as a result of the tragic occurrence at Afriland Towers in Lagos on Tuesday, September 16, 2025.
“The service was also streamed live for well-wishers outside the country, while additional viewing centres were set up in Abuja and Port Harcourt, where the group is also domiciled, allowing more colleagues to pay their respects,” the statement stated.
The memorial commenced with a poignant address from the Group CEO, Peter Ashade, who led the assembly in a moment of silence prior to delivering an emotional tribute.
In his remarks, he contemplated the gravity of the loss, shared personal memories of each of the deceased, and provided words of solace to grieving families and friends.
Following this, Tony Elumelu, CFR, Chairman of Heirs Holdings, spoke with palpable emotion as he conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the families, affirming the unity and resilience of the United Capital and Heirs Holdings family in this time of mourning.
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The service included profoundly moving tributes from family members, friends, and colleagues, celebrating the lives and legacies of those who had passed.
It concluded with an encouraging message from Pastor Ituah Ighodalo, whose words offered hope and comfort, followed by a powerful performance from renowned singer Timi Dakolo, which evoked deep reflection among the attendees.
Guests characterized the ceremony as a respectful and dignified occasion, worthy of the memories of the departed colleagues.
United Capital Group remarked, “while the pain of their passing remains profound, their memories, impact, and contributions will live on in the hearts of all who knew them.”
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