.Describes him as an completed banker, distinguished enterprise chief
Deji Elumoye in Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has felicitated the founder and Chairman of Zenith Bank Plc, Mr Jim Ovia on his seventy fifth birthday.
The President, in a launch issued on Wednesday by his Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, recommended Ovia’s exceptional contributions to Nigeria’s banking business, financial growth and private-sector progress.
Tinubu described him as a visionary entrepreneur, completed banker and distinguished enterprise chief.
According to the President: “Mr. Ovia’s dedication, resilience and commitment to excellence have not only grown Zenith Bank into a banking behemoth but also helped the growth of the Nigerian financial services 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.”
Tinubu affirmed 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 lauded his contributions to digital infrastructure, consciousness and inclusion, schooling, youth empowerment, philanthropy and human capital growth, notably by means of initiatives that create alternatives for younger Nigerians to attain their potential.
Tinubu additionally wished him continued good well being, power and extra years of productive service to Nigeria and humanity.
