Zenith Bank Marks 35th Anniversary, Recognises Pioneer Customers and Long-serving Staff

Zenith Bank Plc celebrated its 35th anniversary with a Chairman's Dinner at the Eko Convention Centre in Lagos on August 15, 2025. The event recognized the bank's pioneer customers and long-serving staff, presenting them with commemorative awards for their 25 years of service.

The ceremony brought together key stakeholders, including current and former customers, staff, regulators, and partners, to celebrate the bank's success in the Nigerian financial industry. Notable guests at the event included Vice President of Nigeria, Senator Kashim Shettima, and Governors from various states.

Founder and Chairman, Jim Ovia, praised the bank's growth from humble beginnings to becoming one of Africa's leading financial institutions, emphasizing the importance of human capital in Zenith Bank's success. The event highlighted the bank's commitment to excellence and innovation under Ovia's leadership.