By Modupe Gbadeyanka
Zenith Bank Plc has been listed in the World Finance 100 2023 released by World Finance Magazine, becoming the only Nigerian company in the prestigious and exclusive listing.
The World Finance 100 celebrates companies that have reached the pinnacle of achievement across a wide variety of fields of expertise.
Each year World Finance compiles the list of 100 companies, purely based on excellence in their field.
The list presents the new business elite, made up of those whose vision and enterprise shape the conceptual landscape of finance, business and technology, underscoring Zenith Bank’s outstanding achievements and resilience in a dynamic and competitive global market.
The Nigerian lender is one of just three African companies to earn a place on this esteemed list for 2023, alongside industry titans such as Apple, Amazon, and Alphabet.
Commenting on this feat, the chief executive of Zenith Bank, Mr Ebenezer Onyeagwu, praised the chairman of the company, Mr Jim Ovia, for his visionary leadership and foundational role in shaping a resilient and thriving financial institution.
He also acknowledged the board for the outstanding leadership they provide; the staff, whose drive and commitment sustain the exceptional performance; and the bank’s customers for their steadfast trust in the Zenith brand.
“It is with great pride that we acknowledge this feat as the exclusive Nigerian company in the World Finance 100 2023.
“This accolade is a testament to our unwavering dedication to our valued stakeholders, our innovative spirit, and sustained growth, all achieved amidst the complexities of a challenging economic climate.
“This honour further attests to our status as a leading financial institution that continues to set the industry standard in financial performance, good corporate governance and financial stability,” he said.
Zenith Bank continues to play a pivotal role in Nigeria’s economic development and remains dedicated to providing cutting-edge financial solutions to its diverse clientele.
Its track record of excellent performance has earned the brand numerous awards, with this latest accolade coming on the heels of several recognitions including being recognised as the Number One Bank in Nigeria by Tier-1 Capital, for the 14th consecutive year, in the 2023 Top 1000 World Banks Ranking published by The Banker Magazine.
It also emerged as the Best Commercial Bank in Nigeria for three consecutive years from 2021 to 2023, in the World Finance Banking Awards; the Best Corporate Governance Bank, Nigeria in the World Finance Corporate Governance Awards 2022 and 2023; the Bank of the Year (Nigeria) in The Banker’s Bank of the Year Awards 2020 and 2022; and the Best Bank in Nigeria, for three consecutive years from 2020 to 2022, in the Global Finance World’s Best Banks Awards, among others.
