Zenith Bank Announces N419.69bn Dividend for 2025

Zenith Bank Plc declared a total dividend payout of N419.69 billion for the 2025 financial year, with a final dividend of N8.75 per share, bringing the total dividend to N10.00 per share. This announcement was made during the bank's 35th Annual General Meeting (AGM), where founder Jim Ovia formally retired as chairman.

The bank's performance for the 2025 financial year showed a gross earning increase of approximately 6.4%, reaching N1.9 trillion, driven by a significant rise in interest income. Customer deposits grew by 9%, and total assets expanded by approximately 11%.

The non-performing loan ratio was moderated to 3.82%, reflecting prudent risk management. Ustapha Bello, the new board chairman, received support from Ovia and other stakeholders.

Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, expressed appreciation for shareholders' continued commitment. The bank achieved a profit before tax of N1.26 trillion, marking its second consecutive year of profits exceeding N1 trillion.