Zenith Bank marks 35 years of excellence in banking. MD Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji praises Chairman Jim Ovia’s visionary leadership, staff, and customers for building a global financial force
Zenith Bank at 35: Umeoji Hails Ovia’s Visionary Leadership, Celebrates Global Growth
As Zenith Bank Plc celebrates its 35th anniversary, the Managing Director, Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON, has commended the bank’s Chairman, Mr. Jim Ovia, CFR, for his pioneering leadership that transformed Zenith into a continental and global financial powerhouse.
In a heartfelt congratulatory message marking the milestone, Umeoji hailed the bank’s journey from modest beginnings in 1990 to becoming a dominant force in Nigeria, West Africa, and beyond.
“From a very little beginning in 1990, Zenith Bank has grown to become a dominant force in Nigeria’s banking and financial sector, as well as West Africa, and is fast becoming a global brand,” Umeoji said.
She attributed the bank’s steady rise to a culture of excellence, innovation, and the foresight of its leadership.
“For 35 years, Zenith Bank has consistently delivered excellent services and value to customers and shareholders—a feat made possible by visionary leadership,” she added.
Umeoji also extended her congratulations to the shareholders, staff, and customers of the bank, noting that their loyalty and commitment remain central to Zenith’s success story.
Zenith Bank, founded in May 1990, has evolved into one of Nigeria’s largest and most profitable financial institutions, with a growing footprint across Africa and international markets. Its 35th anniversary is seen as both a celebration of past achievements and a springboard for future expansion. Read More
