Zenith Bank’s 35th anniversary celebration at Eko Hotel & Suites underscored the institution’s position as a trailblazer in Nigeria’s financial sector. The event, graced by Vice President Kashim Shettima and Labour Party leader Peter Obi, highlighted Zenith’s reputation for innovation and resilience in driving Nigeria’s banking evolution.
Shettima praised the bank for building “a culture of innovation and integrity,” while pointing to its central role in advancing digital banking adoption across Africa’s largest economy. With Nigeria’s fintech market projected to hit $12 billion by 2025, Zenith’s strategic partnerships with startups such as Flutterwave, as well as its early adoption of mobile and online banking services, position it as a key enabler of the country’s digital finance ecosystem.
The anniversary has also sparked online conversations, with X users celebrating Zenith’s legacy while calling for stronger financial inclusion policies. Many Nigerians are urging the bank to channel its fintech strength into more SME-driven solutions to fuel entrepreneurship and grassroots economic growth.
As global investors continue to monitor Nigeria’s fintech landscape, Zenith Bank’s 35-year milestone is more than a celebration of history—it is a signal of the digital future that could redefine African banking.