President Bola Ahmed Tinubu warmly congratulates Mr. Jim Ovia, the founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, on his seventy fifth birthday.
President Tinubu commends Ovia’s exceptional contributions to Nigeria’s banking business, financial growth and private-sector development, describing him as a visionary entrepreneur, completed banker and distinguished enterprise chief.
“Mr. Ovia’s dedication, resilience and dedication to excellence haven’t solely grown Zenith Bank right into a banking behemoth but additionally helped the expansion of the Nigerian monetary companies sector.
“His pioneering role in establishing Zenith Bank in the 90s and building it into one of Nigeria’s leading financial institutions, with significant presence across Africa, Europe and beyond is remarkable,” the President says.
President Tinubu affirms that Ovia’s entrepreneurial journey displays the significance of innovation, self-discipline, sound company governance and long-term funding in nationwide growth.
The President additionally lauds his contributions to digital infrastructure, consciousness and inclusion, training, youth empowerment, philanthropy and human capital growth, notably by means of initiatives that create alternatives for younger Nigerians to realize their potential.
As Mr. Ovia marks this milestone, President Tinubu needs him continued good well being, energy and extra years of productive service to Nigeria and humanity.
Bayo Onanuga
Special Adviser to the President
(Information & Strategy)
November 4, 2026
