Dipo Olowookere
By Dipo Olowookere
The Best Commercial Bank in Nigeria is Zenith Bank Plc, according to the World Finance Banking Awards 2022.
This is the second straight year the leading lender in Nigeria is retaining the position and it is in recognition of its ability to embrace digital transformation and best-in-class sustainability and corporate governance practices, leading to stellar business performance in a difficult economic climate.
Also, Zenith Bank has been named as the Best Corporate Governance Bank, Nigeria in the World Finance Corporate Governance Awards 2022 and for Mr Ebenener Onyeagwu, the group managing director of the bank, “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.”
He dedicated the awards to the founder of Zenith Bank, Mr Jim Ovia, for his pioneering role in building the structures and laying the foundation for an enduring and very successful institution.
The banker also dedicated them to the board for the outstanding leadership they provide and the staff for their commitment and dedication; as well as the bank’s customers for making Zenith Bank their preferred financial institution.
While receiving the awards at the London Stock Exchange yesterday, he further stated that, “As a member and signatory to various domestic and international sustainability frameworks including the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) and the Central Bank of Nigeria Sustainable Banking Principles, we continue to support the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by creating value for our shareholders, customers, clients, investors, communities and the environment through our practices, operations and investments.”
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