Elumelu Corrects Trainee for Informal Greeting at UBA Event

At the graduation ceremony for UBA’s Graduate Management Accelerated Programme, Tony Elumelu, the Group Chairman, corrected a trainee who greeted him with "Good morning, Tony." Initially responding lightly, he later insisted on being addressed as "Mr Elumelu" or "TOE," stating, “You won’t call me Tony, or Chairman. I don’t subscribe to that kind of… Oyinbo life, okay?” The trainee complied, correcting herself to "Good morning, Mr Elumelu." This exchange has generated significant reactions online, with some users questioning whether the use of his first name was disrespectful.

Comments varied, with some defending the trainee's choice of address, while others criticized her for perceived informality. Notable reactions included users suggesting that addressing him by his first name was acceptable, while others supported Elumelu's preference for formal titles.

The incident reflects broader societal discussions on respect and formality in Nigeria.