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Just In: Akpabio Emerge Senate President with 63 Votes While Abbas Emerge Speaker in Landslide Victory

Just In: Akpabio Emerge Senate President with 63 Votes While Abbas Emerge Speaker with Landslide victory

The tussle for the leadership of the national assembly of the 10th Senate and the Speakership of the Federal House of Representatives has been put to rest with the election of Godswill Akpabio, senator representing Akwa Ibom North-West as the senate president.

He polled 63 Votes to defeated Abdulaziz Yari, senator representing Zamfara Central who polled 46 votes, to win the election on Tuesday.

Also in the Green Chamber House of Representatives, Honourable T J Abbas emerge as Speaker in a one sided landslide victory against Hon Idris Wase and Hon Jaji Aminu

More details later…

JOHARRY CHANGES THE MUSIC SCENE WITH NEW SINGLE “COME CLOSER”

Sensational Afro-Soul act, Harrison Joseph Chijioke popularly known as Joharry is set to change the music scene in Nigeria with the official unveiling of his new single entitled; Come Closer from his anticipated extended play (EP) tagged- Red Room.

Joharry, the talk of the town artiste, is under the running of Forth Plus Management, owned by Mr. Biodun Otun, proudly known and called Biddy by friends and associates.

The Nigerian based talented artiste is unique with his powerful vocal delivery, captivating performance with extraordinary stage craft that are rare to find lately among up and coming artistes in the music industry in this part of the world.

Joharry has been uniquely different and much focused on his music passion at a very young age, trying to perfect his act of singing and writing good songs. And, he is no doubt geared up to send warning signals to the self- acclaimed heavy weights in the music industry that he is ready to take over the scene at the right time.

Information has it that the digital space is dying to get the new single- Come Closer by Joharry and professionally mixed and mastered by Lahlah_Smoke plugged on the music hub for downloads and full listening pleasures, which was officially released on Wednesday June 7, 2023 to the admiration of his fans and good music lovers around the world.

Surprisingly, those who should know squealed that some top notch radio AOPs and Disc Jockeys have already gotten the song for massive airplay on different radio stations like no other and you are assured of new spanking hit as you come closer to your radio set.

The unveiling of Joharry the new Afro-Soul king with a media parley took place on Wednesday June 7, 2023 and it was packaged by 1908SOLE, a reputable production and creative event management company in Nigeria.

We also learnt that the industry watchers agree that Joharry has been a force to reckon with in the entertainment industry from different shows and engagement and he had really stepped up his game and very soon his new single will become a household anthem for good music lovers.

To keep the record straight, Joharry is not new in the game but he is one of the rare sensational talents that wait for their time to shine like a real star and do the real thing in the music industry.

And, if you are dying to meet with Joharry, you can simply hook him up on instagram@iamjoharry or Twitter@iamjoharry

Just In: Obasa Makes History, Reelected Speaker 3rd Time

Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Ajayi Obasa has been re-elected by his colleagues to lead the Lagos State House of Assembly as Speaker for the third consecutive time.

The lawmakers also elected Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda as the Deputy Speaker.

Obasa was unanimously re-elected after a proclamation of the 10th Assembly of the Lagos State House of Assembly by Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, who was present with Deputy Governor Obafemi Hamzat and top government officials at the chamber of the House.

Obasa, the most ranking member of the House, was nominated by Hon. Temitope Adewale, who was seconded by Sylvester Ogunkelu.

Hon. Noheem Adams, the Deputy Majority Leader in the ninth Assembly, was elected as the new Majority Leader while Hon. Adedamola Kasunmu was elected the Deputy Majority Leader.

Hon. Mojeed Fatai of Ibeju Lekki 1 was elected as the Chief Whip while Hon. David Setonji was elected the Deputy Chief Whip.

Details soon…

Ondo CP Presents Cheques To Families Of Late Police Officers

The Commissioner of Police for Ondo State, CP Taiwo Jesubiyi on Friday presented cheques amounting to the sum of
Thirteen million, Three hundred and sixteen thousand, Two hundred and seventy-seven naira, Twenty -Two Kobo (#13,316,277.22k) to 27 beneficiaries.

This financial gift is one of the welfare packages of the Inspector General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba psc (+), NPM, fdc, CFR for the family of late Officers who paid the supreme price while serving their fatherland.

The CP, while presenting the cheques to the beneficiaries who were next of kins of the late Police officers, urged them to use the money for their upkeep and welfare of their respective families

He added that the cheques received from the office of the Inspector General of Police was meant to ameliorate the pains of the deceased immediate family.

Mrs Odugbo Blessing Precious on behalf of other recipients, appreciated the effort of the IGP in ensuring the families of late Police Officers do not suffer after the demise of their loved ones who have served the Country and also prayed for the progress of the Nigeria Police Force.

Breaking: Lagos 9th Assembly Ends, Lawmakers-elect Declare Obasa To Speak Again

The ninth session of the Lagos State House of Assembly officially ended on Friday with the returning lawmakers and lawmakers-elect all declaring support for Dr. Mudashiru Obasa as Speaker of the 10th Assembly.

The lawmakers-elect, who were physically present at the sitting, spoke with journalists immediately after the valedictory session of the House presided over by Speaker Obasa.

Speaking on behalf of the returning lawmakers, the immediate past Chief Whip of the House, Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda, said Speaker Obasa had no rival.

“I give it to the Rt. Hon. Speaker Obasa for being able to coordinate 40 members of different backgrounds, different thinking and religions and even different tribes because we had Hon. Jude Idimogu,” she said.

On what qualifies the Speaker for a return, Hon. Meranda said: “Obasa is the best man for the job. The experience, capacity and leadership skills are there and I don’t see anybody matching up to him.

“He will be returning as a sixth timer and I don’t think any of us is on the same pedestal with him. I wish him all the best in the 10th Assembly because he is going to lead us again. He is a fantastic man.”

Also addressing journalists, Hon. Mojeed Fatai, immediate past chairman of the Committee on Public Accounts (local), said the leadership of the ninth Assembly ensured a cordial relationship among members.

“Mudashiru Obasa is going to speak again in the 10th Assembly. He is a man we have all resolved to lead us. When we started four years ago, all of us were elected from the APC and it was because of his effort and the way he handled the House.

“Today, we have 38 members from the APC coming in the 10th Assembly. The success is because of Obasa’s leadership capability. He is the best for the House and we want him to continue,” he said.

On his part, Hon. Temitope Adewale (Ifako Ijaiye Constituency 1), described Obasa as a leader who had made tremendous impact on the members.

“Under Obasa, the executive and legislative arms of government have enjoyed a fantastic relationship and that is why you have developmental growth across the State today. You can also see the bills passed into law.

“With Mr. Speaker coming back and with our governor back, they will give to Lagosians the desired development that they yearn for particularly considering the fact that we now have a President who is from here,” Adewale said.

Speaking on behalf of the 20 first-term lawmakers-elect, Oladipo Olayinka Ajomale, who will represent Oshodi Isolo 2 at the 10th Assembly, said he and his colleagues have resolved to support Obasa as Speaker of the 10th Assembly.

“I can assure you that the 20 of us who are new are fully in support of Speaker Obasa for the 10th Assembly because we have learnt and understudied and we know that this is a man who has proven himself over and over again to be the best man for the job.

“Logically thinking about it, he is the most experienced in the House. So it doesn’t make sense for anyone to come and do trial by error. I stand with him fully and all of us who are new also support the Speaker to speak for us at the 10th Assembly,” he said.

Earlier, the Speaker had commended the ninth Assembly lawmakers for their support which led to the passing of 46 bills, over 120 resolutions and a couple of regulations.

He also presented certificates of meritorious service to the members.

Eromosele Ebhomele
Chief Press Secretary to the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly

Access Bank PLC expands global footprint with launch of French subsidiary

Access Bank PLC Expands Global Footprint with launch of French Subsidiary

Access Bank PLC, the flagship company of Access Holdings PLC, has officially launched its subsidiary in Paris, France. The Bank’s operations will focus on trade finance, initially capitalising on flows between Africa and France, particularly Francophone Africa.

Herbert Wigwe, Group Chief Executive Officer of Access Holdings PLC, speaking on the purpose of the Bank’s strategic expansion efforts said, “Access Bank PLC, today, has a very strong presence in the United Kingdom, but coming on the heels of Brexit, there was a need for us to establish a presence in another country in Europe and France provides a very strong platform for us to do so. Beyond that, Access Bank has a great presence in the Francophone world that relies significantly – in terms of trade – on France, so, Access Bank in Paris will work to support trade possibilities and trade finance solutions to businesses in those regions, ranging from large conglomerates to SMEs and more.

“Our range of banking products and services will be a valuable asset for businesses looking to trade internationally, while our corporate and investment banking services will help businesses access capital, manage their cash flow, and mitigate risk. Furthermore, we are confident that the Bank’s trade finance solutions will help businesses to navigate the complexities of cross-border trade, and at the same time, our digital capabilities will make banking more convenient and efficient for all our customers,” he reiterated.

Recognising the critical role of the Bank’s various stakeholders in making the expansion drive successful, Wigwe stressed the value of its customers, shareholders, regulators, and the communities it operates.

“Our successes over the years would be footnotes but for the relationships we have fostered with these critical contributors. In recognition of this, we are committed to building long-term partnerships with all our stakeholders in France – based on trust, transparency, and mutual respect,” he added.

Access Bank’s presence in France represents an important step towards achieving its goal of bridging worlds and connecting opportunities for African businesses. The Bank’s latest stride also lays a marker for realising its recently unveiled 5-year strategic growth plan.

“Over the years, we have demonstrated a strong commitment to deepening the Bank’s presence across Africa and beyond,” remarked Roosevelt Ogbonna, Managing Director, Access Bank PLC, at the launch. “Today, we are proud to have a presence in 18 countries across four continents, serving millions of customers and businesses. Indeed, our expansion drive has been guided by our vision to become the world’s most respected African bank, and by building on our strong track record of innovation, customer service, and social responsibility, we have come one step closer to achieving this goal.

“We remain committed to building a bank that is truly global in scope, yet locally relevant in its approach, and we are excited about the opportunities that lie ahead as we continue to grow and expand our footprint in new markets,” Ogbonna concluded.

Access Bank UK, led by Jamie Simmonds, will oversee the operations of the Paris subsidiary and will effectively become the umbrella company for other representative offices in the country.

With the launch of its operations in France, Access Bank is uniquely positioned to create opportunities for scaled economic growth and development across Africa while helping international investors see the continent as a viable market to do business. To facilitate the flow of capital, goods, and services across borders and support economic growth and development in both regions of focus, the Bank will leverage its expertise in cross-continental trade and its strong network of partners and clients.

Seplat Crisis Deepens as Court Suspends the Chairman, CEO and Others

Seplat Energy Crisis Deepens as Court Suspends the Chairman, CEO and Others

There’s no indication that the crisis rocking Seplat Energy Plc may abate anytime soon. The crisis took a turn for the worse, yesterday, as a Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, suspended the company’s Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Roger Brown, and Board Chairman, Mr. Basil Omiyi, pending the determination of the Motion on Notice for Interlocutory Injunction filed by some aggrieved shareholders of the company.

Suspended by the court, also, were Seplat’s Independent Non-Executive Directors (INEDs): Ms. Emma Fitzgerald, Dr. Charles Okeahialam, Professor Fabian Ajogwu, Mr. Rabiu Bello, and Mrs. Bashirat Odenewu, as well Company Secretary, Mrs. Edith Onwuchekwa, and Chief Operating Officer, Mr. Samuel Ezeugwuorie, who were listed as second to 10th defendants alongside the CEO and the Chairman.The court consequently ordered the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to immediately appoint suitable persons to run the affairs of the company, pending the determination of the Motion on Notice filed by the applicants.

The orders were made by Justice Inyang Ekwo, sequel to an ex-parte motion filed by Juliet Ebere Gbaka, Margret Awobusuyi Funmilayo, and Clement Akaeme, Plaintiffs, against the company, its board and management, with SEC, Datamax Registrars Limited, and PriceWaterHouseCoopers as Respondents in the lawsuit marked FHC/ABJ.CS/626/2023.Ekwo made the order, stating, “Order is hereby made restraining the second to the 10th Defendants, their agents, privies, assigns, personal representatives, anyone acting on their behalf or instruction, from operating or functioning as officers of the First Defendant (Seplat Energy), pending the hearing and determination of the Motion on Notice for Interlocutory Injunction filed by the Applicants.

“Order is hereby made restraining the second to the 10th Defendants from taking decision or any action whatsoever in respect to the day-to-day running of the First Defendant, pending the hearing and determination of the Motion on Notice for Interlocutory Injunction filed by the Applicants.

“Order is hereby made suspending the second to 10th Defendants as directing minds and secretary of the 1st Defendant, pending the hearing and determination of the Motion on Notice by the Applicants,” Justice Ekwo ruled after hearing Dr. A.I Layonu (SAN), counsel for the plaintiffs.

In a separate ex-parte order, Ekwo, among others, granted the applicants the leave to serve their Originating Summons and their frontloaded court processes dated 8th May, 2023, Motion on Notice for Interlocutory Injunction dated 8th May, 2023, all orders made in respect of the suit and all subsequent Court processes filed by the Applicants on second to 10th Defendants by delivering a copy of the court processes to the registered address of the Seplat at 16A, Temple Road, Ikoyi, Lagos State.

The court adjourned the matter to May 23, 2023, for hearing of the Motion on Notice.

The crisis rocking the foremost indigenous energy company had resulted in a floodgate of litigations, with the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) pulling out of the firm’s Wednesday’s Annual General Meeting (AGM), citing an order of the Federal High Court, Abuja, restraining the embattled directors of Seplat from conducting the exercise.

The CAC had, in a letter signed by Mr. Lugman Salman, for the Registrar-General, stated, “As you may be aware, the Commission is the 10th Respondent in Suit No: FHC/ABJ/PET/8/2023 between Boniface Okezie & 4 Ors Vs. Seplat Energy PLC & 9 Ors. As you may also be aware, the court had on the 28th April 2023 ordered that parties should not tamper with the res until issues are resolved.

“In view of the order of the court referred to above, the Commission, being a party to the suit, is under the obligation to obey the order. The Commission will therefore neither attend the AGM nor give cognisance to any resolution that may arise therefrom.”

However, in a swift reaction to the court order, Seplat vowed to take immediate steps to counter the court order.

Seplat, in a statement issued last night, signed by Mrs. Chioma Afe, of its Communications and External Affairs Directorate, said the company had immediately filed an appeal to counter the interim orders against its officers.

It said as a law-abiding entity, it had defended the Interim Orders by immediately filing an Appeal and a Motion for Stay of Execution of the Orders.

Seplat Energy explained that it had been advised by its legal team that the interim orders, which were yet to be served on the company or its officers, could not be enforced until the Court of Appeal had heard and determined the appeal and application for Stay of Execution.

The statement read, in part, “Seplat Energy is aware of certain media publications that the Federal High Court, per Hon. Justice I. E. Ekwo, sitting in Abuja in suit number FHC/ABJ/CS/626/2023 – Juliet Gbaka & 2 others v. Seplat Energy Plc & 13 others granted ex parte Interim Orders against Seplat Energy and some of its Officers.

“The interim orders, which are yet to be served on the company or any of the affected officers, primarily restrain the Board Chairman, the named Independent Non-Executive Directors, the Chief Operating Officer and the Company Secretary from operating or functioning as officers of Seplat Energy in any capacity, or otherwise conducting the affairs of the Company.

“The company, as a law-abiding entity, has defended against the Interim Orders by immediately filing an Appeal and a Motion for Stay of Execution of the Orders.

“Seplat Energy has been advised by its legal team that the Interim Orders, which are yet to be served on the Company or its officers, cannot be enforced until the Court of Appeal has heard and determined the Appeal and application for Stay of Execution.

“This petition is a third in the series of duplicative petitions filed by purported minority shareholders between March and April 2023, as part of orchestrated attempts to damage the Company in response to its unrelenting efforts to improve corporate governance by eliminating related party transactions and implementing other corporate governance initiatives.”

The Seplat statement further read, “The company previously announced that: The Federal High Court in Lagos, per Hon. Justice Aneke, in Moses Igbrude & 4 ors V. Seplat Energy & 2 ors, has vacated the ex parte Interim Orders that required the Company’s CEO to step aside.”

The Federal High Court in Abuja, per Hon. Justice Ekwo, V. Seplat Energy & 8 ors, had formally dismissed the Immigration Charge against the Company and some of its Officers, and fully discharged all named Officers.

“This discharge followed the Notice of Withdrawal/Discharge filed by the Director Legal of the Nigeria Immigration Service and the Company’s cooperation with the immigration authorities.

The Federal High Court in Abuja, per Hon. Justice Ekwo, in Boniface Okezie & 4 ors. V. Seplat Energy & 9 ors, refused to grant to the petitioners’ request to grant ex parte Interim Orders restraining the Company from holding its AGM.”

The company noted that it remained relentless in its commitment to governance and operational excellence.
Seplat maintained that it would continue to, “diligently defend against these deliberate court actions, and remains confident and hopeful that the courts will appropriately address these unending litigations on the same subject matter in short order. It is imperative to state again that the company and the affected officers are yet to be served with any order of the court apart from the media report.”

WEMA BANK UNVEILS LATEST BRAND JINGLE FOR ALAT BY WEMA

L-R: Sounds of ALAT Judges, Cobhams Asuquo, Alpha Ojini, MD/CEO, Wema Bank, Moruf Oseni, Sounds of ALAT, Judge,Omawumi Megbele,Event Host,Tobi Bakre; Head, Brand and Marketing Communications, Wema Bank, Mabel Adeteye; at the bank’s anniversary party held at Harbour Point, Lagos.

Wema Bank, Nigeria’s leading innovative bank, has unveiled the latest brand jingle for its digital banking application, ALAT by Wema which is set to become an instant hit with customers and music lovers alike. The new jingle is part of the bank’s continuous efforts to connect with its target audience while staying true to its core values of innovation, excellence, and customer satisfaction.

The jingle, which was created by the winner of its Sounds of ALAT competition, Onyelisigwe Bright and produced by one of Nigeria’s biggest talents in the entertainment industry, Cobhams Asuquo, features an upbeat, catchy tune with lyrics that reflect the bank’s commitment to providing top-notch financial services to its customers. It is designed to evoke a sense of positivity, energy, and optimism, reflecting the bank’s vision of a brighter future for all its stakeholders.

Commenting on the new jingle, Wema Bank’s Head of Brand & Marketing Communication, Mabel Adeteye, said: “We are thrilled to unveil our latest brand jingle, which we believe captures the essence of our brand and what we stand for. We wanted a jingle that would resonate with our customers and make them feel proud to be associated with Wema Bank. We are confident that this new jingle will do just that and more.”

The new jingle is already generating buzz on social media, with many customers and music lovers praising its catchy tune and positive message. It will be featured in all the bank’s marketing campaigns, including television and radio commercials, online ads, and social media.

Wema Bank has a long history of innovation and excellence in the Nigerian banking industry, and the new jingle is just the latest example of the bank’s commitment to staying ahead of the curve and delivering value to its customers. Customers can download the jingle.

Wema Bank Launches Upgraded ALAT for Business Digital Banking App

Wema Bank, Nigeria’s leading innovative bank, has launched the upgraded version of its corporate digital banking application, ALAT for Business 2.0. The launch took place on May 3rd, 2023, during the bank’s Digital Week activities themed “Changing The Digital Dynamics In Nigeria” in celebration of the bank’s anniversary.

During the virtual event, Samuel Robson, the Product Owner, expressed his excitement to announce the launch of the new and improved ALAT For Business. He explained that the upgraded version offers an intuitive and seamless experience with enhanced security features and greater functionality. The app’s fresh new look and feel make it more user-friendly and engaging, while the omnichannel experience allows users to access their account from any device with ease.

As a sole proprietor, ALAT for Business 2.0 offers an on-boarding feature to make opening and managing an account easier. The app is also accessible to multiple users, enabling account access sharing with team members or family members and revoking it with ease.

During the virtual event, Oyindamola of Total Data Limited and Dr. Mark of Jendol Superstore shared their positive experiences using the application. They praised the app’s user-friendly interface, which aided the ease of making bulk payments to various vendors and sorting out payroll for various businesses without any hassle.

The Chief Digital Officer, Olusegun Adeniyi, highlighted Wema Bank’s commitment to the future of banking by developing tailored solutions and ensuring the bank covers various verticals beyond the financial ecosystem.

The upgraded ALAT for Business is now available on various app stores, offering an improved user-friendly interface, interbank & intrabank transfers, multiple user accessibility, bulk transfer to over 6,000 accounts, and access to stamped e-statements. ALAT for Business is the financial partner every business owner should have. Wema Bank continues to improve the application, with plans to add artificial intelligence and multi-languages for the Diaspora market and offshore banking, among other improvements.

ZENITH BANK FETES SHAREHOLDERS WITH UNPRECEDENTED DIVIDEND PAYOUT OF N100.47 BILLION

Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, Dr. Jim Ovia, CFR, flanked by the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive of Zenith Bank, Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu (Left) and the Company Secretary, Mr. Micheal Otu (Right) during the bank’s 32nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) held virtually from the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, yesterday.

At the 32nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Zenith Bank Plc, held virtually from the Civic Centre, Victoria Island, Lagos, on Tuesday, 2 May 2023, shareholders of the bank unanimously approved the proposed final dividend payment of NGN2.90 per share. This brings the total dividend for the 2022 financial year to NGN3.20 per share, with a total value of NGN100.47 billion.

In his opening statement at the AGM, Jim Ovia, CFR, Founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, expressed his gratitude to the shareholders for their unwavering loyalty, commitment, and support, which have been instrumental in the bank’s outstanding performance since its inception.

Group Managing Director/Chief Executive, Dr. Ebenezer Onyeagwu, extolled the Founder and Chairman, Jim Ovia, CFR, for establishing the legacy and providing the template for the bank’s continued superior performance. He also highlighted the Board and Management’s determination to maintain the bank’s growth trajectory in the coming years, with an emphasis on digital and retail banking.

Speaking at the AGM, Dr. Faruk Umar, President of the Association of the Rights of Nigerian Shareholders (AARNS), commended the Board and Management of Zenith Bank for consistently delivering value to shareholders, despite the challenging economic environment. He also praised the bank’s staff for their loyalty and dedication.

Chief Timothy Adesiyan, President, Shareholders Solidarity Association of Nigeria, expressed delight at the dividend payout and thanked the Board and Management for the outstanding performance that led to approving both an interim and final dividend during the year.

Also speaking, Mrs. Adenike David, National Coordinator of the Esteemed Shareholders Association of Nigeria, congratulated the bank and Chairman on their exceptional performance, as evidenced by the numerous awards received during the 2022 financial year. She also praised the bank for paying an interim dividend of 30 kobo and a final dividend of 2.90 kobo.

Despite challenging macroeconomic conditions, Zenith Bank Group achieved a 24% growth in gross earnings, from NGN765.6 billion in the previous year to NGN945.5 billion in 2022. This was driven by a 26% YoY growth in interest income and a 23% YoY growth in non-interest income. Customer deposits grew by 39%, reflecting the bank’s market leadership and customers’ trust. Net-Interest-Margin (NIM) increased from 6.7% to 7.2%, positively impacted by the elevated yield environment. Operating expenses grew by 17% YoY, though still below the inflation rate. Total assets rose by 30%, primarily due to growth in customer deposits.

In 2023, Zenith Bank Group plans to expand its reach and reorganise into a holding company structure, adding new verticals to its businesses and pursuing growth in all chosen markets, locally and internationally.

Zenith Bank’s track record of excellent performances has continued to earn the brand numerous awards including being recognised as the Number One Bank in Nigeria by Tier-1 Capital, for the 13th consecutive year, in the 2022 Top 1000 World Banks Ranking published by The Banker Magazine; Bank of the Year (Nigeria) in The Banker’s Bank of the Year Awards 2020 and 2022; Best Bank in Nigeria, for three consecutive years from 2020 to 2022, in the Global Finance World’s Best Banks Awards; Best Commercial Bank, Nigeria 2021 and 2022 in the World Finance Banking Awards; Best Corporate Governance Bank, Nigeria in the World Finance Corporate Governance Awards 2022; Best in Corporate Governance’ Financial Services’ Africa, for three consecutive years from 2020 to 2022, by the Ethical Boardroom; Best Commercial Bank, Nigeria and Best Innovation In Retail Banking, Nigeria in the International Banker 2022 Banking Awards. Also, the bank emerged as the Most Valuable Banking Brand in Nigeria in the Banker Magazine Top 500 Banking Brands 2020 and 2021, and Retail Bank of the year, for three consecutive years from 2020 to 2022, at the BusinessDay Banks and Other Financial Institutions (BAFI) Awards. Similarly, Zenith Bank was named as Bank of the Decade (People’s Choice) at the ThisDay Awards 2020, Most Innovative Bank of the Year 2019 by Tribune Newspaper, Bank of the Year 2020 by Independent Newspaper, Bank of the Year 2021 by Champion Newspaper, Bank of the Year 2022 by New Telegraph Newspaper, and Most Responsible Organisation in Africa 2021 by SERAS Awards.