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05 Jan

Nigerian Banks Report 45% Profit Growth Despite Economic Headwinds

Tier-1 banks show resilience with strong earnings driven by improved net interest margins and digital transformation initiatives.

Nigeria's leading commercial banks have defied economic challenges by posting an average profit growth of 45% in their third-quarter results. The impressive performance comes despite macroeconomic headwinds including inflation and foreign exchange volatility. Access Holdings led the pack with a profit after tax of N342 billion, representing a 52% increase from the previous year. Zenith Bank followed closely with N278 billion, while UBA reported N285 billion in profit after tax. The strong performance is attributed to several factors, including improved net interest margins resulting from higher interest rates, robust loan growth, and successful digital transformation initiatives. Banks have also benefited from foreign exchange revaluation gains following naira adjustments. "Our digital-first strategy has paid off significantly," said Roosevelt Ogbonna, MD/CEO of Access Bank. "Digital transactions now account for over 85% of our total transaction volume, reducing operational costs and improving efficiency." The banking sector's loan-to-deposit ratio improved to 72%, indicating better credit intermediation. Non-performing loans (NPLs) remained relatively stable at 4.8%, below the regulatory threshold of 5%. Fee-based income also contributed substantially to profits, with electronic banking fees, trade finance, and advisory services showing strong growth. The adoption of digital banking platforms accelerated during this period, with over 95% of customers now using digital channels for routine transactions. However, banks remain cautious about the operating environment, with provisions for potential credit losses increasing by 23% compared to the previous year. Industry experts believe the sector is well-positioned for continued growth despite economic uncertainties.

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