Zenith Bank Plc has emerged as the winner of the coveted title of Nigeria’s Best Bank at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025, earning top honours among its peers in the highly competitive Nigerian financial sector.
This latest achievement reinforces Zenith Bank’s reputation for industry leadership, with the Euromoney award recognising its outstanding financial strength, strategic innovation, digital excellence, and continued commitment to sustainability and customer-centric banking.
The 2025 edition of the Euromoney Awards for Excellence attracted more than 770 entries from leading financial institutions around the world. Global giants such as HSBC, Morgan Stanley, Citibank, Barclays, Standard Bank, and the Development Bank of Singapore (DBS) were all in contention, making the selection process especially rigorous. Despite the intense competition, Zenith Bank distinguished itself as Nigeria’s most outstanding financial institution this year.
According to the organisers, the Euromoney Awards are among the most prestigious and respected global banking accolades, celebrating excellence in leadership, innovation, and resilience. Award recipients are carefully selected based on a robust assessment of performance metrics, market leadership, strategic initiatives, and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing economic landscapes.
In her remarks following the award announcement, the group managing director and chief executive officer of Zenith Bank Plc, Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, expressed her pride and appreciation for the recognition on the international stage.
“We are absolutely thrilled to be recognized as Nigeria’s Best Bank by Euromoney. This award is a testament to the hard work, innovation, and dedication of our entire team. We remain focused on delivering world-class banking experiences through technology, sustainability, and unmatched customer service,” she said.
Zenith Bank has consistently demonstrated strong growth and resilience, earning it multiple accolades over the years. Notably, the bank was once again ranked as the Number One Bank in Nigeria by Tier-1 Capital in the 2025 edition of The Banker’s Top 1000 World Banks Ranking — the sixteenth year in a row it has received that recognition.
Among the many honours Zenith Bank has received in recent years are the following:
These recognitions highlight Zenith Bank’s ongoing efforts to push the boundaries of digital banking, enhance financial inclusion, and sustain operational excellence, both in Nigeria and across the African continent.
The 2025 Euromoney award not only affirms Zenith Bank’s strategic focus but also further cements its place as a dominant and influential player in the Nigerian banking industry. With a strong leadership team and forward-thinking vision, Zenith Bank remains committed to delivering long-term value for its customers, stakeholders, and the broader financial ecosystem.