“This honour is a tribute to your relentless pursuit of excellence, your pioneering efforts in Nigeria’s financial services sector, and your visionary leadership that continues to inspire generations.“
President Tinubu Congratulates Jim Ovia on Prestigious Freedom of the City of London Honour
President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Jim Ovia, CFR, Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, on his esteemed admission to the Freedom of the City of London—a historic honour reserved for individuals who have made significant contributions to society, business, and global relations.
In a statement released by the Special Adviser to the President on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu lauded Mr. Ovia’s outstanding contributions to business, innovation, and technology.
He emphasized that the recognition is a well-deserved testament to Mr. Ovia’s role in shaping Nigeria’s financial sector and fostering economic ties between Africa and the rest of the world.
“This honour is a tribute to your relentless pursuit of excellence, your pioneering efforts in Nigeria’s financial services sector, and your visionary leadership that continues to inspire generations. As a trailblazing entrepreneur and advocate of innovation-driven development, your recognition by the City of London reaffirms the global impact of Nigerian enterprise and ingenuity,” President Tinubu stated.
The President further commended Mr. Ovia as an exemplary ambassador of Nigeria’s private sector and wished him continued success in his future endeavours. Read More
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