As is traditional, Zenith Bank has once again set the stage for the Yuletide season with the Light-Up of Ajose Adeogun Street and Roundabout, Victoria Island, Lagos.
The ceremony, which took place on Saturday, November 23, 2024, was performed by the Group Managing Director/Chief Executive of Zenith Bank Plc, Dr. Adaora Umeoji.
This year’s Light-Up ceremony marks the 18th edition of the annual event, which has become a beloved tradition in Lagos.
The beautiful Christmas decorations, designed and installed by Quantum Markets, transform the entire stretch of Ajose Adeogun Street and Roundabout into a breathtaking yuletide wonderland.
The Light-Up ceremony is a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative of Zenith Bank, aimed at promoting the spirit of Christmas and giving back to the community.
Speaking during the ceremony, Dr. Umeoji emphasized the importance of the event, saying, “Over the years, Zenith Bank has hosted this spectacular event, transforming the entire Ajose Adeogun Street into a breathtaking yuletide wonderland.
“Our beautiful and elaborate Christmas decorations have become a centre of attraction and shared on social media platforms globally”, she said.
Umeoji also urged everyone to imbibe the message and spirit of Christmas, which is about love, kindness, generosity, and respect for humanity.
She thanked the Lagos State Government for creating an enabling environment for the initiative and praised the efforts of Quantum Markets for their expertise and creativity in putting together the lovely decorations.
Zenith Bank’s commitment to CSR and sustainability is evident in its various initiatives and investments in the community.
The bank’s sustainability and CSR initiatives are hinged on the belief that today’s business performance is not all about the financial numbers, but also about an institution’s social investments, contributions to inclusive economic growth and development, and improvements in the condition of the physical environment.
As a testament to its contributions and social investments, Zenith Bank was recognized as the “Most Sustainable Bank, Nigeria” in the 2023 and 2024 International Banker Banking Awards and “Most Responsible Organization in Africa” at the Sustainability, Enterprise, and Responsibility (SERAS) Awards 2021.
The Light-Up ceremony has become a iconic tourist attraction, bringing visitors from far and wide to take pictures and enjoy the ambience of the street.
As Lagos shines brighter with the lighting up of Ajose Adeogun Street, Zenith Bank remains committed to furthering the economic, cultural, and social development of its host communities.
