March 24, (THEWILL) — Zenith Bank Plc has announced the appointment of Mr Kennedy Okwudili as an Executive Director, in a move aimed at strengthening its leadership structure and deepening its executive capacity.
The appointment, which takes effect from May 1, 2026, was disclosed in a corporate filing submitted to Nigerian Exchange Limited on Tuesday.
The bank said the elevation aligns with its long-standing tradition and succession strategy of grooming leaders from within its system, noting that the development would further reinforce its executive management team.
Okwudili holds a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Accounting from the University of Maiduguri, where he graduated in 1998 with a Second Class Upper Division. He also obtained a Master of Business Administration from Ahmadu Bello University in 2008 and a Master of Science in Accounting from Veritas University, Abuja, in 2021.
With over 25 years of banking experience, Okwudili has built a strong career across multiple segments of the industry, including credit and marketing, treasury, compliance, and operations.
He is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Nigeria and the Chartered Institute of Bankers of Nigeria, and also an Associate of the Chartered Institute of Taxation of Nigeria.
The bank noted that the appointment underscores its commitment to sustaining a robust leadership pipeline and maintaining high standards of corporate governance as it pursues its strategic objectives.
Felix Ifijeh is a journalist with years of professional reporting experience. Known for his keen news sense, compelling storytelling and commitment to accurate, impactful reporting, he has built a reputation for turning leads into clear, engaging, and well-structured reports that resonate with readers. His work reflects deep newsroom experience and a commitment to accurate, impactful journalism.