Zenith Bank Reaffirms Commitment to Africa’s Climate Future Ahead of AICIS-2026

BrandPower Magazine 4 hours agoLast Updated: 23/10/2025

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Zenith Bank Reaffirms Commitment to Africa’s Climate Future Ahead of AICIS-2026 Zenith Bank Plc has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to advancing Africa’s sustainability agenda through continued partnership with the Africa Business Ventures and Investment Group (ABVIG) for the successful hosting of the Africa Climate Change and Green Investment Summit (AICIS-2026). The summit — scheduled to hold from November 25 to 28, 2026 — is positioned as one of Africa’s premier platforms for driving green financing, sustainable infrastructure, and climate-resilient economic growth across the continent. Zenith Bank’s Climate Leadership and Strategic Partnerships Speaking in Lagos following a courtesy visit by Mr. Moses Owharo, Chairman of the AICIS-2026 Planning and Organising Committee, the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to sustainability-driven partnerships that create measurable value for communities, industries, and national economies. “This renewed partnership signifies our commitment to advancing progress and sustainability together as we prepare for AICIS-2026,” Umeoji said. “Zenith Bank remains dedicated to transforming visionary ideas into measurable impact, promoting climate-conscious investments, and driving sustainable economic development across Africa.” She underscored the critical role of women’s participation in climate action and sustainability, highlighting that inclusivity is essential to achieving a resilient and equitable future for Africa. Deepening Collaboration for Climate-Resilient Growth Mr. Owharo praised Zenith Bank for its continued leadership and tangible support in climate financing and environmental advocacy. He noted that the bank’s pan-African network and reputation for corporate responsibility make it a key partner in advancing the outcomes of the forthcoming summit. “Zenith Bank has consistently demonstrated commitment to sustainable growth and environmental leadership,” Owharo said. “We deeply appreciate its support during the AICIS-2025 Summit in Abuja and look forward to deepening collaboration for AICIS-2026.” He explained that the visit was part of broader stakeholder engagement aimed at mobilising financial institutions, investors, and policymakers toward shared climate goals — especially in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, waste management, and green financing frameworks. AICIS-2026: Mobilising Green Investment for Africa’s Future The upcoming Africa Climate Change and Green Investment Summit (AICIS-2026) is expected to attract global leaders, investors, multilateral organisations, and private sector players committed to Africa’s green transition. The summit will focus on: Scaling climate finance and investment opportunities across African economies; Advancing carbon-reduction technologies and green energy projects; Strengthening policy frameworks for sustainability and climate resilience; and Promoting inclusive participation, particularly women and youth, in climate innovation. Zenith Bank’s renewed involvement reflects its broader corporate sustainability strategy, which aligns with Nigeria’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Zenith Bank: Setting the Standard in Sustainable Banking Under the leadership of Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, Zenith Bank continues to redefine corporate sustainability within Nigeria’s financial sector. The bank has integrated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles across its operations and remains one of the foremost drivers of green banking, renewable energy financing, and corporate citizenship on the continent. Industry analysts note that Zenith Bank’s commitment to AICIS underscores the increasing role of financial institutions in driving Africa’s climate and investment agenda through innovative financing models and public–private partnerships. — L-R: Dame Adaora Umeoji, GMD/CEO of Zenith Bank hqtrs., Lagos and Mr Moses Owharo, Chairman Planning and Organising Committee, AICIS-2026. (NAN)

Zenith Bank Plc has reaffirmed its unwavering commitment to advancing Africa’s sustainability agenda through continued partnership with the Africa Business Ventures and Investment Group (ABVIG) for the successful hosting of the Africa Climate Change and Green Investment Summit (AICIS-2026).

The summit — scheduled to hold from November 25 to 28, 2026 — is positioned as one of Africa’s premier platforms for driving green financing, sustainable infrastructure, and climate-resilient economic growth across the continent.

Zenith Bank’s Climate Leadership and Strategic Partnerships

Speaking in Lagos following a courtesy visit by Mr. Moses Owharo, Chairman of the AICIS-2026 Planning and Organising Committee, the Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Zenith Bank, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, reaffirmed the bank’s commitment to sustainability-driven partnerships that create measurable value for communities, industries, and national economies.

“This renewed partnership signifies our commitment to advancing progress and sustainability together as we prepare for AICIS-2026,” Umeoji said.
“Zenith Bank remains dedicated to transforming visionary ideas into measurable impact, promoting climate-conscious investments, and driving sustainable economic development across Africa.”

She underscored the critical role of women’s participation in climate action and sustainability, highlighting that inclusivity is essential to achieving a resilient and equitable future for Africa.

Deepening Collaboration for Climate-Resilient Growth

Mr. Owharo praised Zenith Bank for its continued leadership and tangible support in climate financing and environmental advocacy. He noted that the bank’s pan-African network and reputation for corporate responsibility make it a key partner in advancing the outcomes of the forthcoming summit.

“Zenith Bank has consistently demonstrated commitment to sustainable growth and environmental leadership,” Owharo said. “We deeply appreciate its support during the AICIS-2025 Summit in Abuja and look forward to deepening collaboration for AICIS-2026.”

He explained that the visit was part of broader stakeholder engagement aimed at mobilising financial institutions, investors, and policymakers toward shared climate goals — especially in renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, waste management, and green financing frameworks.

AICIS-2026: Mobilising Green Investment for Africa’s Future

The upcoming Africa Climate Change and Green Investment Summit (AICIS-2026) is expected to attract global leaders, investors, multilateral organisations, and private sector players committed to Africa’s green transition.
The summit will focus on:

Scaling climate finance and investment opportunities across African economies;
Advancing carbon-reduction technologies and green energy projects;
Strengthening policy frameworks for sustainability and climate resilience; and
Promoting inclusive participation, particularly women and youth, in climate innovation.

Zenith Bank’s renewed involvement reflects its broader corporate sustainability strategy, which aligns with Nigeria’s Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Zenith Bank: Setting the Standard in Sustainable Banking

Under the leadership of Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji, Zenith Bank continues to redefine corporate sustainability within Nigeria’s financial sector.
The bank has integrated Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles across its operations and remains one of the foremost drivers of green banking, renewable energy financing, and corporate citizenship on the continent.

Industry analysts note that Zenith Bank’s commitment to AICIS underscores the increasing role of financial institutions in driving Africa’s climate and investment agenda through innovative financing models and public–private partnerships.