Signature Bank anticipates stronger 2025 performance as profit rises to ₦3.59 bn

Signature Bank Limited announced a markedly stronger financial performance for the year ended 31 December 2025, underscoring the bank’s steady growth trajectory as it continues to solidify its position in Nigeria’s banking sector.

The results were presented at the bank’s 4th Annual General Meeting, where shareholders approved the audited financial statements for 2025 and other statutory resolutions.

“Despite a challenging macro‑economic environment marked by inflationary pressures, exchange‑rate volatility, and tighter regulatory conditions, the bank recorded robust growth across key financial and operational indicators,” said Chairman of the Board, Tijjani Borodo. “Profit after tax rose to ₦3.59 billion from ₦726 million in 2024, gross earnings increased by 94.5 % to ₦24.99 billion, total assets grew to ₦224.7 billion, and customer deposits climbed to ₦170.8 billion.”

The bank also achieved a significant improvement in operational efficiency, with its cost‑to‑income ratio falling from 92 % to 66 %. Shareholder equity strengthened to ₦25.2 billion.

Chairman Borodo described the 2025 financial year as a defining period for the bank, “marked by resilience, disciplined execution, and steady institutional growth despite the challenging operating environment.” He added, “The bank demonstrated remarkable resilience in the face of macroeconomic pressures and continued to make measurable progress across key performance indicators. Our focus remained on disciplined growth, operational efficiency, sound governance, and building a stronger institution positioned for sustainable long‑term value creation.”

Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Nixon Iwedi, said the 2025 performance reflected the impact of deliberate institution‑building efforts, disciplined execution, and the commitment of employees across the organization. “Our performance in 2025 is a reflection of the resilience of our strategy, the dedication of our people, and the confidence our customers continue to place in the bank,” he said. “We remained focused on improving operational efficiency, strengthening our balance sheet, enhancing customer experience, and building a modern and customer‑centric financial institution positioned for sustainable growth.”

Iwedi added that the bank will continue to prioritize prudent risk management, digital innovation, customer‑focused service delivery, and strategic business growth initiatives in the years ahead.

Signature Bank reaffirmed its commitment to responsible banking, strong corporate governance, and delivering long‑term value to customers, shareholders, employees, and other stakeholders.

About Signature Bank Limited
Signature Bank Limited is a Nigerian commercial bank committed to delivering innovative financial solutions and exceptional banking experiences to individuals, businesses, and institutions. Guided by its brand promise, “Make Your Mark,” the bank continues to build a resilient and forward‑looking institution driven by innovation, integrity, operational excellence, and sustainable growth.