Jaiz Bank Plc has been named the Most Progressive Islamic Bank 2025 by the Global Islamic Finance Awards (GIFA).
The announcement was made on Friday, September 12, 2025, by the GIFA Awards Committee, whose Chairman, Prof. Humayon Dar, commended the bank’s achievements.
“It gives me immense pleasure to inform you that Jaiz Bank Plc has been chosen to receive the Most Progressive Islamic Bank 2025 Award,” Prof. Dar said, noting that the Committee carefully reviewed several distinguished nominees before selecting Jaiz Bank based on the GIFA Methodology. The Nation reported.
Receiving the award on behalf of the bank, Dr. Haruna Musa, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, dedicated the recognition to the staff, customers, and stakeholders.
“This achievement reflects the collective dedication of our Board, Management, and Staff, as well as the unwavering trust of our valued customers and stakeholders,” Dr. Musa said.
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He added that the honour would inspire the bank to strengthen its role in Nigeria’s financial system.
“At Jaiz Bank, we remain committed to driving innovation, deepening financial inclusion, and upholding the principles of ethical, Shariah-compliant banking. This award is not only a recognition of our progress but also a motivation to continue setting new standards in Islamic finance, both in Nigeria and globally,” he stated.
The Global Islamic Finance Awards are internationally recognised for celebrating outstanding contributions to the growth and sustainability of Islamic banking and finance.
The platform has become a respected benchmark in the global financial industry, acknowledging governments, institutions, and individuals championing Islamic finance.
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