Nigeria's second-largest bank by assets, expanding into East Africa through acquisitions.
Kenya’s competition regulator clears Zenith Bank’s Paramount acquisition
The Competition Authority of Kenya approved Zenith Bank's acquisition of Paramount Bank, clearing a regulatory hurdle. Zenith Bank must retain all 78 employees of Paramount Bank for at least 12 months post-acquisition.
Mastercard & Zenith Bank Roll Out Essential Debit Card in Nigeria
Mastercard and Zenith Bank collaborated to launch the Essential Debit Card in Nigeria. Electronic payment transactions in Nigeria surged to ₦1.08 quadrillion in 2024, an 80% increase from 2023.
Zenith confirms Kenyan expansion, says acquisition awaiting regulatory approval
Zenith Bank confirms its entry into Kenya is pending final regulatory approvals. The bank is in advanced talks to acquire Paramount Bank Ltd, a mid-tier lender.
Stanbic IBTC will seek shareholders’ approval to raise ₦550bn
Stanbic IBTC Holdings plans to raise ₦550 billion through the sale of bonds and a rights issue. The banking subsidiary of Stanbic IBTC Holdings, a Tier 2 bank with a capital requirement of ₦200 billion, aims to issue debt securities worth ₦400 billion and an additional ₦150 billion through a rights
