Ecobank Nigeria Plc
| Rank | 36 |
| BSM Rating | 49.7 |
| YoY | -7 |
| Year of Establishment | Incorporated 1986; Commenced operations 1989 |
| Website | www.ecobank.com/ng |
| Headquarters | Ecobank Pan African Centre (EPAC), 270 Ozumba Mbadiwe Avenue, Victoria Island, Lagos. |
| MD / CEO | Bolaji Lawal |
| Financial Scale (Group) | ETI Group Assets: ₦43.3 Trillion (Largest on NGX by assets); Group Revenue: ~$2.1 Billion. |
| Operations Presence | ~250 Branches; 50,000+ Xpress Point agency locations (Aggressive growth in agency network). |
| 2025 Status | Mixed Fortunes: While the Parent Group (ETI) posted record profits, the Nigerian subsidiary struggled with high operating costs (Cost-to-Income ~79%) and FX pressures, leading to the rankings drop. |
| Key Products | Rapidtransfer (Cross-border remittance), Ecobank Mobile App, SuperSavers, and Ellevate (Women-focused banking). |
| Best Known As | The “Pan-African Bank” that facilitates seamless trade and payments across 33 African countries, even as it battles intense retail competition in Nigeria. |
Ecobank Nigeria Plc, a pan-African bank and part of the Ecobank Transnational Incorporated (ETI) Group, with operations in over 33 African countries has consistently maintained its position as one of Nigeria’s most valuable and innovative banking brands, a status reaffirmed by its customer-centric financial solutions, and commitment to financial inclusion. This leadership is not only through its retail and corporate banking services but also through its strategic focus on technology-driven banking, SMEs, and sustainable economic development.
Established in Nigeria in 1989, Ecobank has grown to become one of the most recognized and trusted banking brands in the country, providing banking and financial services to individuals, businesses, and corporate clients across diverse sectors.
Ecobank Nigeria offers a wide range of financial products and services, including retail banking, corporate banking, trade finance, investment banking, treasury management, and digital banking solutions. Its digital platforms, such as Ecobank Mobile App, Ecobank Online Banking, and Quickteller, enable customers to perform secure, convenient, and efficient transactions, supporting financial inclusion for both urban and underserved rural communities.
The bank is particularly recognized for its focus on SMEs and entrepreneurship development. Through tailored lending programs, capacity-building initiatives, and financial advisory services, Ecobank Nigeria empowers businesses to grow, create jobs, and contribute to economic development. Its commitment to innovation has also made it on of the pioneers of digital financial solutions in Nigeria.
Ecobank Nigeria is also committed to corporate social responsibility (CSR). Its initiatives focus on education, financial literacy, youth empowerment, healthcare, and community development. Programs like Ecobank Academy and partnerships with NGOs aim to provide skills training, financial awareness, and economic opportunities for underprivileged populations.
The bank has received numerous awards, including recognition for Best Digital Bank, Best SME Banking, and Financial Inclusion Excellence, reflecting its innovative approach, strong brand equity, and market influence. Ecobank Nigeria is consistently ranked among Nigeria’s Top 50 Brands, a strong indication of its credibility, reputation, and impact on the financial sector.
Through its pan-African banking network, technology-driven solutions, and commitment to financial inclusion and community empowerment, Ecobank Nigeria Plc remains not just a financial institution but a key driver of economic growth, entrepreneurship, and sustainable development in Nigeria.
