Zenith Bank Plc has assured customers that its digital platforms are secure and that deposits and transactions remain fully protected.
This comes amid a wave of sophisticated cyber attacks targeting financial institutions and other critical sectors worldwide.
Cybersecurity experts warn that the current campaign is one of the most coordinated in recent years. Attackers are targeting banking, telecoms, health, government, energy and technology firms across Europe, Asia, the Americas and Africa.
Industry sources said the attacks are not specific to Nigeria. They are part of a wider assault on digital infrastructure.
Banks Respond As Global Threats Rise
Despite the threats, banking operations in Nigeria have continued without disruption. Banks activated incident response systems to contain risks.
Sources said Nigerian banks, including Zenith Bank, have increased work with regulators, law enforcement and international cyber security partners to track threats and strengthen defences.
This swift response follows years of investment in cyber security by Nigerian banks to protect customer data and payment systems.
Global firm Check Point said attacks on the financial sector rose by 115% last year. Banks face thousands of attempted intrusions weekly. Analysts said over 35 organisations across several countries have been affected.
Experts said no institution can claim full immunity from cyber attacks today. Resilience depends on how fast an organisation detects, contains and responds.
On that basis, stakeholders said Nigeria’s banking industry has shown strong resilience by keeping services on while following regulatory protocols from the Central Bank of Nigeria.
How Customers Can Stay Protected
The attacks have led to new warnings for customers. Criminals often use periods of public concern to send phishing emails, fake calls and text messages to steal banking details.
Customers must never share passwords, PINs, One-Time Passwords, card details or BVN with anyone.
Banks said no legitimate bank will ask for such details by phone, email or text.
Customers must not click suspicious links or download attachments from unknown sources. They must also ignore unsolicited messages asking for account details.
Anyone who notices strange activity must contact their bank through official channels, verified apps, official websites or branches.
Stakeholders said there is no need for panic. Nigeria’s banking system remains stable and able to withstand evolving cyber risks.
For Zenith Bank and the wider industry, the message is clear: deposits are secure, digital channels work, and banks continue to reinforce defences against complex global cyber threats.
