News Investigators/ Vice-President Kashim Shettima, has consoled the Chairman of Heirs Holdings/United Bank for Africa (UBA) Group, Chief Tony Elumelu, over the demise of his father-in-law, late Sir Israel Ogbue.
Shettima spoke when he led the Federal Government delegation to the funeral ceremony of the late Sir Ogbue in Onicha-Olona community in Aniocha North Local Government Area of Delta State.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Pa Ogbue, passed away on February 18, 2026.
The vice-president conveyed the condolences of President Bola Tinubu to the family of the deceased, as well as the people and government of Delta State.
Shettima, who extolled the legacy of late Ogbue, said the deceased lived a life well spent, planting values that are visible in the lives of his children.
“On behalf of President Bola Tinubu, I extend our condolences and our respect to the family, the people of Onicha-Olona, and the government and people of Delta State.
“We honour the life he lived and the example he set,” he said.
The vice-president observed, however, that the burial ceremony was a celebration of life, as the late Sir Ogbue lived a life of legacy that will outlive generations to come.
According to him, at a moment like this, we can list achievements, we can recount titles, but what matters most is the life behind them. Pa Ogbue lived a life of meaning.
“He served, he guided, and he left things better than he met them.
“And so, while we feel the weight of his passing, we must also recognise that this is a celebration.
” A celebration of a long life, well lived. A celebration of a legacy that will continue through generations.”
While sympathising with the Elumelu and Ogbue families, Shettima recalled that the United Bank for Africa (UBA) founder had often spoken about the bank’s journey.
The vice-president said those who understood the story are aware that Pa Ogbue’s wisdom and calm leadership helped in guiding the bank at critical moments.
“He brought stability when it was needed and ensured that growth never lost its moral compass.
” This was a man who believed in balance. In a world that often chases excess, he chose moderation.
“He taught that ambition must be guided, that success must not come at the cost of one’s peace, and that a life of contentment is a life well lived,” he added.
Shettima was accompanied to the burial ceremony by the Minister of Housing and Urban Development, Ahmed Dangiwa; and Minister of State for Regional Development, Uba Maigari.
Others are a member of the House of Representatives representing Kaga/Gubio/Magumeri Federal Constituency of Borno State, Usman Zannah; and businessman AYM Shafa, among others.
NAN
