Zenith Bank Plc has praised the Ogun State government for its rapid transformation and signalled its readiness to expand collaboration with the administration to drive economic growth and social development.

The bank’s top management, led by Group Managing Director, Adaorah Umeoji, visited Gov. Dapo Abiodun at the Oke Mosan Government House, describing the state’s progress in infrastructure and industry as remarkable.

Umeoji singled out road networks as evidence of purposeful governance, noting, “I enjoyed the drive down here greatly. It is on a smooth road. This is a testimony that the Governor is working. Thank you for what you are doing for the people of Ogun State.”
She said the visit aimed to explore new areas of partnership, building on a banking relationship with Ogun that spans more than 20 years.

“We are looking for ways to partner with the state to impact the lives of the people. Ogun State is very dear to our hearts at Zenith Bank, and we are optimistic that this meeting will open a new chapter in our relationship,” Umeoji added.

Executive Director Akin Ogunranti described the engagement as an opportunity to strengthen existing ties.

In a post-meeting interview, he credited the state’s growing appeal to investors to the administration’s focus on infrastructure, which has encouraged many of the bank’s clients to establish factories in Ogun.

“We appreciate the government for the partnership we have had over the years and look forward to supporting its goals and aspirations. We will back the governor’s initiatives to ensure citizens enjoy the dividends of democracy,” Ogunranti said.

Abiodun welcomed the delegation, expressing gratitude for Zenith Bank’s long-term support and willingness to expand its engagement.

He proposed the formation of a joint team of bank and government representatives to develop practical frameworks for collaboration.

Abiodun highlighted Ogun’s strategic advantages, including proximity to Lagos, abundant natural resources, expanding infrastructure, and its position as an industrial hub.

He revealed that the state now has an airport, newly discovered oil deposits, and two proposed dry ports, along with more than 1,600 kilometers of completed and ongoing road projects.

The governor also emphasised the administration’s development blueprint anchored on the ISEYA pillars, which has positioned Ogun as a leader in education, ease of doing business, and housing delivery, with about 7,000 housing units constructed in six years.