Jaiz Bank Plans To Reach N70bn Capital-Base By Year’s End Through Recapitalization

Jaiz Bank Plans To Reach N70bn Capital-Base By Year’s End Through Recapitalization

Jaiz Bank, a non-interest financial institution, is poised to grow its capital base to N70 billion by the end of this year.

Jaiz Bank and other non-interest banks hoping to achieve national status have till 31st March, 2026 to record N20 billion capital base as directed by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) under its ongoing banking system recapitalization.

This disclosure was made by the Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mustapha Bintube, during a send-off ceremony held in Abuja for 11 retired board members, including the bank’s pioneer chairman, Alhaji Umar Abdul Mutallab.

In his remarks, Alhaji Bintube noted the bank’s financial performance, noting that Jaiz Bank made a profit of N11 billion in 2023. He revealed that as of June 30, 2024, the bank had already surpassed this profit figure, indicating robust growth and operational success.

Bintube also revealed the bank’s expansion plans from its initial three branches in Abuja, Kaduna, and Kano to a current total of 54 branches, with plans to reach 60 branches by year-end.

“Our major dream is to expand our presence globally,” Bintube stated, reflecting on the bank’s humble beginnings in 2012 with an initial capital of N6 billion. He attributed the bank’s success to its dedicated team and strategic partnerships, which have enabled it to grow and thrive in the competitive financial sector.

Former chairman, Dr. Umar Abdul Mutallab, in his address, expressed his pride in Jaiz Bank’s achievements as Nigeria’s first non-interest Islamic bank. He commended the efforts of various institutions, particularly the Islamic Development Bank (IDB), which played a crucial role in the bank’s establishment.

Dr. Mutallab recounted the challenging early days when Jaiz Bank’s promoters had only N4 billion, and it was the timely intervention of Africa’s richest man, Alhaji Aliko Dangote, who provided N1 billion to meet the N5 billion required for registration, that saved the venture from collapse.

Dr. Mutallab also praised the former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Sanusi Lamido Sanusi, for his encouragement and support in realizing the dream of Jaiz Bank.

He took the occasion to acknowledge and appreciate the contributions of other individuals and institutions, both living and deceased, who have supported the bank’s journey.

“Jaiz Bank sees itself as a major Islamic bank in Nigeria,” Dr. Mutallab asserted, urging the current management to continue striving for excellence and expansion. He expressed confidence in the bank’s future, emphasizing the importance of perseverance and strategic vision in achieving its goals.

All the speakers agreed that Jaiz Bank’s commitment to non-interest banking principles and its focus on ethical financial services have positioned it as a trailblazer in Nigeria’s banking sector.

As the bank looks forward to reaching new heights, it remains dedicated to serving its customers with integrity and innovation.