Nigerian banker Jim Ovia gains over $38 million from Zenith Bank stake
This gain comes as the bank’s shares have risen steadily on the NGX, reflecting growing investor confidence in Zenith Bank’s performance.
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Adaora Umeoji acquires $2.1 million in additional Zenith Bank shares
Zenith Bank CEO Adaora Umeoji deepens her stake with a $2.1 million share buy, affirming long-term faith in the bank’s growth and profitability.
Zenith Bank, led by Adaora Umeoji, plans forbearance exit in first half of 2025
The lender disclosed this in a statement filed on the NGX on Wednesday, reaffirming its commitment to meeting all supervisory requirements.
Adaora Umeoji leads Zenith Bank to $194.4 million profit in Q1 2025
Adaora Umeoji led Zenith Bank to a $194 million first-quarter profit in 2025, reinforcing its position as Nigeria’s most profitable lender.
Zenith Bank pays Jim Ovia $12.7 million in dividends
Jim Ovia takes home $12.7 million in dividends as Zenith Bank delivers record profits and boosts shareholder payouts.
Jim Ovia’s stake in Zenith Bank rebounds above $150 million
Recent stock gains have boosted Ovia’s stake by $12 million, raising its value from $139.59 million to $151.48 million.
Zenith Bank’s 2024 profit hits $671 million with Adaora Umeoji at the helm
Zenith Bank reports strong $670 million profit, strengthens position among Africa’s most profitable lenders
Jim Ovia, Nigeria’s richest banker, makes $10.2 million from Zenith Bank stake
As the founder and chairman of Zenith Bank, Ovia holds a 16.2-percent stake, totaling 5,082,800,739 shares.
Nigerian banker Jim Ovia’s Zenith Bank stake drops nearly $15 million
This follows a strong performance in January, when his shareholding surged by over $11 million between Jan. 17 and 30.
Nigerian banker Adaora Umeoji-led Zenith Bank lists 9.67 billion shares on NGX after hybrid offer
Zenith Bank adds 9.67 billion shares on NGX, capital boost meets CBN requirement.
Nigeria’s richest banker Jim Ovia gains $11.6 million as Zenith Bank completes public offer
This increase highlights the strong performance of the Lagos-based lender and the confidence investors have in its prospects.
Zenith Bank, led by Nigerian banker Jim Ovia, raises $230.3 million in public offering, rights issue
This milestone solidifies Zenith’s position as one of Nigeria’s top-capitalized financial institutions.
Nigeria’s richest banker Jim Ovia gains $8 million from Zenith Bank shares
This follows a tough 2024 marked by Nigeria's currency devaluation and economic challenges that weakened Ovia's investments.
Naira devaluation cuts $72.4 million from Jim Ovia's Zenith Bank stake
The devaluation of the Naira has eroded nominal gains, reflecting the impact of currency depreciation on wealth accumulation.
Zenith Bank opens Paris branch to boost expansion into Francophone Africa
Zenith Bank opens its new Paris branch, marking a major step in expanding into Francophone Africa and strengthening trade ties between Africa and France.
Jim Ovia’s stake in Zenith Bank tops $130 million
Jim Ovia’s wealth soars, solidifying his position as Nigeria’s richest banker