Zenith Bank Reports Impressive H1 2025 Results, Declares N1.25 Dividend

Zenith Bank Plc reported a remarkable financial performance in the first half of 2025, with gross earnings hitting N2.5 trillion and declaring a N1.25 interim dividend per share. Despite higher provisioning requirements post-CBN forbearance regime, the bank recorded a 20% increase in gross earnings driven by a 60% growth in interest income.

The Group Managing Director, Dame Adaora Umeoji, highlighted the bank's commitment to rewarding shareholders and its resilience in a dynamic operating environment. The substantial dividend payout reflects the bank's exceptional underlying performance and strategic management of risk assets and treasury.

Zenith Bank's performance reaffirms its position as a leading bank in Nigeria.