Nigeria’s richest banker Jim Ovia’s Zenith Bank posts $363-million profit in H1 2024
Zenith Bank's half-year profit surges 98%, bolstered by robust interest income and trading income growth
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Nigeria’s richest banker Jim Ovia gains $16.8 million from Zenith Bank stake
The uptick comes after a previous decline, during which his stake in Zenith Bank fell by $13.3 million between April 25 and May 2
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola clashes with Zenith Bank over ‘fraudulent transactions’
The confrontation between billionaire businessman Femi Otedola and Jim Ovia, chairman of Zenith Bank, over an alleged multibillion-naira fraud has escalated further.
Nigerian billionaire Femi Otedola locks horns with Zenith Bank over alleged debt fraud
Otedola, who ranks among Africa’s billionaires, accuses Zenith Bank of perpetrating banking fraud.
Nigeria’s richest banker loses $5.7 million from Zenith Bank in just four days
Ovia maintains his position as Nigeria’s richest banker, highlighting his lasting success as a prominent business leader in the country.
Payment firm linked to Nigeria’s richest banker partners with AfCFTA on trade portal innovation
As Africa charts a course toward economic convergence and regional cohesion, initiatives like the SMARTAfCFTA Portal serve as catalysts for progress.
Zenith Bank to pay Nigeria’s richest banker Jim Ovia $12.7 million
Ovia, who holds a 16.18-percent stake in Zenith Bank, equivalent to 5,072,104,311 shares, stands to receive N17,752,365,089 ($12,771,215).
Nigeria’s richest banker Jim Ovia’s Zenith Bank gets shareholder nod for holding company plan
This strategic shift positions Zenith Bank to adapt and thrive in the ever-evolving financial services ecosystem, solidifying its position as a leader in innovation and value creation.
Jim Ovia’s Zenith Bank stake sees $14.63-million drop amid share price fall
Despite this setback, Ovia retains his status as Nigeria’s richest banker, underscoring his success as a leading businessman in the nation.
Zenith Bank, led by Nigerian banking tycoon Jim Ovia, to distribute $88.3-million dividend
The record dividend payout underscores its unwavering dedication to shareholder value and its position as a top player in Nigeria’s banking sector.