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Zenith Bank acquires Paramount Bank Limited (Kenya)

Zenith Bank Plc acquired the entire share capital of Paramount Bank Limited

Banking

Mergers and Acquisitions

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Nigeria

2026

Zenith Bank Plc acquired the entire share capital of Paramount Bank Limited, establishing its first East African subsidiary and expanding its pan-African banking footprint.


The transaction was completed following regulatory approvals in Nigeria and Kenya, including merger clearance from the Competition Authority of Kenya.


Advisory Team: Olaniwun Ajayi LP

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