Zenith Bank CEO Dame Adaora Umeoji Celebrates Two Years In Office: Here Are Some Of The Numbers
Two years after becoming the first female CEO of Zenith Bank, Dame Adaora Umeoji has recorded several milestones that many in the banking sector are talking about.
Some highlights from her tenure include:
Zenith Bank’s Public Offer was oversubscribed by over 160%
Share price rose from ₦36.50 in August 2024 to over ₦130 by January 2026
Market capitalization reached ₦5.5 trillion, the highest in Nigeria’s banking industry
Dividend payout doubled from ₦5 to ₦10 per share
Profit before tax exceeded ₦1 trillion in both 2024 and 2025
More than 14,000 staff promoted across 2025 and 2026
Expansion into Paris, Manchester, Côte d’Ivoire and Kenya
Successful core banking technology migration to improve customer service
Beyond the figures, she is also known for her humanitarian work in healthcare, education and support for vulnerable communities.
What achievement stands out most to you?
