Zenith Bank Plc has been recognised as Nigeria’s Best Bank at the 2025 Euromoney Awards for Excellence, one of the most prestigious honours in the global banking industry.
The award was presented on Thursday in London and, according to the bank, reflects its continued commitment to delivering top-tier banking services, innovative financial solutions, and consistent value to its customers and shareholders.
The Euromoney Awards for Excellence celebrate institutions that exemplify leadership, innovation, and resilience in their respective markets.
This year’s edition saw over 770 submissions from major global banks, including HSBC, Morgan Stanley, Citibank, Barclays, Standard Bank, and the Development Bank of Singapore.
Reacting to the recognition, Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank Plc, Dr. Adaora Umeoji, expressed gratitude and pride:
“We are honoured to be named Nigeria’s Best Bank by Euromoney. This award reflects our relentless drive for excellence and reaffirms the trust our customers place in us. Our journey is not just about success, but about the positive impact we make on the financial ecosystem. We remain committed to supporting Nigeria’s economic growth while upholding the highest standards of integrity and transparency.”
Dr. Umeoji dedicated the award to the bank’s loyal customers worldwide and paid tribute to the bank’s founder and Chairman, Jim Ovia, for his visionary leadership.
She also acknowledged the board’s strategic guidance and the staff’s unwavering dedication to building a world-class financial institution.
Zenith Bank continues to solidify its leadership in the banking sector. It was recently ranked Nigeria’s Number One Bank by Tier-1 Capital for the 16th consecutive year in The Banker’s 2025 Top 1000 World Banks Ranking.
The bank has also received numerous accolades in recent years, including: Bank of the Year (Nigeria) – The Banker (2020, 2022, 2024), Best Bank in Nigeria – Global Finance World’s Best Banks Awards (2020–2022, 2024–2025), Best Bank for Digital Solutions in Nigeria – Euromoney Awards (2023), Listed among World Finance Top 100 Global Companies (2023)
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These consistent achievements underscore Zenith Bank’s position as a leader in the Nigerian and African banking landscape.
