Zenith named as Nigeria's best commercial bank for the second year running at World Finance Banking Awards

ZENITH Bank has been voted as the best commercial bank in Nigeria in the recent World Finance Banking Awards 2022 retaining the award for a second consecutive year as well as being named as the best corporate governance bank in Nigeria.

In a big boost for Zenith Bank, the awards were presented to the bank’s group managing director Ebenezer Onyeagwu, at the London Stock Exchange (LSE), yesterday. They were in recognition of the bank’s ability to embrace digital transformation and best-in-class sustainability and corporate governance practices, leading to a stellar business performance in a difficult economic climate

Mr Onyeagwu said: “These awards reflect our strong business fundamentals, resilience and ability to adapt to the ever-changing dynamics of the market through our innovative solutions, as well as our commitment to global best practices. As a member and signatory to various domestic and international sustainability frameworks including the United Nations Global Compact and the Central Bank of Nigeria Sustainable Banking Principles, we continue to support the achievement of the sustainable development goals by creating value for our shareholders, customers, clients, investors, communities and the environment through our practices, operations and investments.”

He dedicated the awards to the founder and group chairman, Jim Ovia, for his pioneering role in building the structures and laying the foundation for an enduring and very successful institution. Others, Mr Onyeagwu paid tribute to included the board for the outstanding leadership they provide, the staff for their commitment and dedication and the bank’s customers for making Zenith Bank their preferred financial institution.