Five lenders post N2.29tn profit in six months

Five financial institutions recorded a combined profit before tax (PBT) of approximately N2.29 trillion in the first half of 2026, with the lenders posting varying levels of profitability growth, supported by stronger interest income, trading gains, improved asset quality and expanding non-interest revenue. The five institutions surveyed by Daily Trust are FirstHoldCo Plc, Zenith Bank […]