Zenith Bank Plc has paid a total interim dividend of ₦51.3 billion to shareholders for the Half Year (H1) 2025, representing ₦1.25 per share.

The payment, made on Friday, 10 October 2025, marks a 60% increase from the ₦31.4 billion paid in H1 2024 — a clear demonstration of the bank’s strong performance and commitment to delivering consistent shareholder value despite economic headwinds.

The dividend followed the release of the bank’s audited financial results for the half-year ended 30 June 2025, which showed a solid growth trajectory and robust balance sheet.

Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Dame Dr. Adaora Umeoji, OON, said: “We are pleased to have paid this significant interim dividend to our valued shareholders. Our half-year results underscore our resilience and commitment to stakeholders. Based on the momentum achieved in H1, we are confident in our full-year outlook and expect to exceed shareholders’ expectations by year end.”

Zenith Bank recorded a 20% year-on-year increase in gross earnings, rising from ₦2.1 trillion to ₦2.5 trillion. Interest income surged by 60%, from ₦1.1 trillion to ₦1.8 trillion, driven by strategic repricing of risk assets and efficient treasury management.

The bank’s total assets grew to ₦31 trillion in June 2025, up from ₦30 trillion in December 2024, supported by a well-structured and resilient balance sheet. Customer deposits also rose by 7%, from ₦22 trillion to ₦23 trillion within the same period.

Zenith Bank’s consistent performance has earned it numerous awards, reinforcing its position as one of Africa’s most respected financial institutions. These include: Number One Bank in Nigeria by Tier-1 Capital for the 16th consecutive year (The Banker, 2025); Nigeria’s Best Bank (Euromoney Awards for Excellence 2025); Bank of the Year (Nigeria) (The Banker’s Bank of the Year Awards, 2020, 2022, 2024); Best Bank in Nigeria (Global Finance World’s Best Banks Awards, 2020–2022, 2024–2025)Best Bank for Digital Solutions in Nigeria (Euromoney Awards 2023); Best Commercial Bank, Nigeria (World Finance Banking Awards, 2021–2025); Most Sustainable Bank, Nigeria (International Banker Awards, 2023–2024); Best Corporate Governance Bank, Nigeria (World Finance Corporate Governance Awards, 2022–2025); Best in Corporate Governance – Financial Services, Africa (Ethical Boardroom, 2020–2023)

Other honours include Most Valuable Banking Brand in Nigeria (The Banker’s Top 500 Banking Brands, 2020–2021), Bank of the Year (BusinessDay BAFI Awards, 2023–2025), and Retail Bank of the Year (BAFI Awards, 2020–2022, 2024–2025).

The bank was also recognised as Most Responsible Organisation in Africa, Best in Transparency and Reporting, and Best in Gender Equality and Women Empowerment at the SERAS CSR Awards Africa 2024.

Additionally, Zenith Bank’s Hybrid Offer was named ‘Rights Issue/Public Offer of the Year’ at the Nairametrics Capital Market Choice Awards 2025.

Zenith Bank reiterated its commitment to excellence, innovation, and sustainable banking practices as it continues to strengthen its leadership position in Nigeria’s financial sector.