# data[].attributes.headline
Bank’s Visionary Leadership Brings Growth, Positive Change

# data[].attributes.subject
Bank’s Visionary Leadership Brings Growth, Positive Change

# data[].attributes.body
The bank is for high-end corporate clients in strategic sectors of Nigerian economy.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Zenith Bank Plc is a dominant player in the Nigerian banking industry. Based in Lagos, the bank now has more than 500 branches and business offices in Nigeria.

Founded in 1990 by Jim Ovia, Zenith Bank commands a significant share of the high-end corporate clients in strategic sectors of the Nigerian economy. The bank uses its strong balance sheet and liquidity position, as well as efficient trade finance processes and services, to continuously grow and support businesses.

Nigeria's biggest bank based on Tier 1 capital, Zenith Bank has a shareholder base of about 1 million. It ranks as the sixth-biggest bank on the continent. Zenith Bank reported gross earnings of N214.8 billion (US$705 million) for the first half of 2016.

Strong, visionary leadership, a commitment to service and a culture of excellence have helped Zenith Bank grow. The bank employs global best practices and cutting-edge technology to create products and services that anticipate and meet customers' expectations.

Zenith Bank has been a pioneer in digital banking in Nigeria. Under Ovia's leadership, Zenith Bank has embraced electronic banking and deployed advanced information and communication technology (ICT) infrastructure to create innovative products for its customers.

Zenith Bank is the first Nigerian institution to be awarded a triple ISO certification by the British Standards Institution (BSI). It has attained certification in IT service management, information security management and business continuity management.

"As a positive ambassador of Nigerian entrepreneurship, I am proud to be a Nigerian... In this role I will continue to promote Nigeria's blossoming investment climate." Jim Ovia, Founder, Zenith Bank

Zenith Bank was named "Best Corporate Governance Bank" in the 2015 Global Banking and Finance Review. The award recognized the bank's focus on effective corporate oversight and a desire to build trust with its customers.

Just over two years ago, Zenith Bank solidified its commitment to operating in line with global best practices in all aspects of its business by joining the United Nations Global Compact. Chairman Ovia led the bank's entry into the compact, assuring that the initiative's principles are part of the strategy, culture and day-to-day operations of the company.

"We signed the Global Compact in August 2014 because we believe that supporting human rights, labor standards, environmental sustainability and ethical behavior is not just our duty; it also makes good business sense," stated Peter O. Amangbo, Group Managing Director/CEO in the bank's 2015 UN Global Compact progress report.

The bank goes far beyond creating wealth for its shareholders. It maintains a deep commitment to small and medium enterprises, young entrepreneurs and economic development funding. Its corporate social responsibility programs include initiatives in healthcare, education, skills development and environmental sustainability.

Ovia transferred his CEO role to Amangbo after 20 years at the helm, while retaining his duties as chairman of the board. Known for his personal involvement in philanthropy, he now devotes more time to organizations that increase access to educational opportunities and technology for Nigerian youth. Ovia says his position as chairman of a successful Nigerian bank gives him the opportunity to portray the country in a positive light. "As a positive ambassador of Nigerian entrepreneurship, I am proud to be a Nigerian," he says. "In this role I will continue to promote Nigeria's blossoming investment climate.

Best Commercial Bank Nigeria 2015 - International Finance Magazine

Best Corporate Governance Nigeria 2015 - International Finance Magazine

Best Customer Service Bank Nigeria 2015 - Global Banking & Finance Review

Best Corporate Governance Bank Nigeria 2015 - Global Banking & Finance Review

Best Bank in Corporate Governance 2015 - World Finance

Most Customer-Focused Bank in Nigeria 2015 - KPMG

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Bank's Visionary Leadership Brings Growth, Positive Change | Forbes Custom

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Zenith Bank Plc is a dominant player in the Nigerian banking industry. Based in Lagos, the bank now has more than 500 branches and business offices in Nigeria. Founded in 1990 by Jim Ovia, Zenith Bank commands a significant share of the high-end corporate clients in strategic sectors of the Nigerian economy.

# data[].attributes.headline
Top 25 fastest-disappearing jobs in the US

# data[].attributes.subject
Top 25 fastest-disappearing jobs in the US

# data[].attributes.body
Many states are getting worse and worse for job hunting and people are not getting any income.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
If you're searching for the perfect career or thinking about switching fields, you may want to do your homework first.

While U.S. employers added 196,000 jobs in March - the 118th month of straight gains - and average hourly earnings rose by 4 cents ($27.70), that doesn't mean all occupations are seeing success.

In fact, some industries are actually seeing a rapid decline in terms of employees. And some states, in particular, are being hit harder than others. According to a study released earlier this month by personal finance website GoBankingRates.com, West Virginia, Alaska, New Mexico, Wyoming and Louisiana are among the worst states for job hunting.

Since 2016, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics has been projecting the fastest-declining occupations in the U.S. by 2026. Earlier this month, the agency updated its statistics to give job seekers a more recent look at how certain industries are doing - in terms of salary and projected growth.

Overall, the Bureau of Labor Statistics estimated that employment will be up more than 7 percent in 2026. The agency previously said health care, health care support, construction and personal care fields would be amongst the fastest-growing occupations from 2012 to 2022.

Of the 818 occupations the bureau tracks, the agency found that locomotive firers, which receive an average annual salary of $63,820, will decline by -78.6 percent by 2026. Respiratory therapy technicians, which earn around $51,000, will also see a rapid dip of about -56.3 percent over seven years. Parking enforcement workers, averaging $39,840 per year, will also flounder - with the agency expecting a -35.3 percent decline in 2026.

Here's a list of the 25 occupations (in order) that will be hit the hardest by 2026.

1. Locomotive firers

2. Respiratory therapy technicians

3. Parking enforcement workers

4. Word processors and typists

5. Watch repairers

6. Electronic equipment installers and repairers, motor vehicles

7. Foundry mold and coremakers

8. Pourers and casters, metal

9. Computer operators

10. Telephone operators

11. Mine shuttle car operators

12. Electromechanical equipment assemblers

13. Data entry keyers

14. Postmasters and mail superintendents

15. Electrical and electronic equipment assemblers

16. Coil winders, tapers, and finishers

17. Grinding and polishing workers, hand

18. Timing device assemblers and adjusters

19. Switchboard operators, including answering service

20. Prepress technicians and workers

21. Drilling and boring machine tool setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic

22. Textile knitting and weaving machine setters, operators, and tenders

23. Milling and planing machine setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic

24. Forging machine setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic

25. Legal secretaries

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Top 25 fastest-disappearing jobs in the US

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
If you're searching for the perfect career or thinking about switching fields, you may want to do your homework first. While U.S. employers added 196,000 jobs in March - the 118th month of straight gains - and average hourly earnings rose by 4 cents ($27.70), that doesn't mean all occupations are seeing success.

# data[].attributes.headline
Tesla may turn to 'alternative' funding sources

# data[].attributes.subject
Tesla may turn to 'alternative' funding sources

# data[].attributes.body
Tesla is losing billions of dollars and may need to raise capital.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.readable_text
Electric automaker Tesla on Monday said it could decide to explore new financing sources, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

While the automaker indicated that its "core operations" should generate enough cash to cover near-term obligations, it may "choose to seek alternative financing sources."

"As always, we continually evaluate our capital expenditure needs and may decide it is best to raise additional capital to fund the rapid growth of our business," the documents said.

The company noted it should have adequate liquidity over the next year, but its operations and prospects could be "negatively affected" if it cannot raise additional funds when it needs or wants to do so.

Shares of Tesla were trading lower during Monday's session and are down more than 30 percent so far this year.

In financial results released last week, the automaker posted a loss of $702 million in the first quarter and said it may need to raise capital, reversing CEO Elon Musk's earlier position that it would not need to do so. Tesla doesn't expect to turn another profit until the third quarter.
CLICK HERE TO GET THE FOX BUSINESS APP
Meanwhile, over the weekend, Musk reached a deal with the SEC regarding his Twitter usage. The agreement lays out new terms governing what the CEO is allowed to post without pre-approval, which largely include a list of items pertaining to financial details about the company.

Musk's Twitter habits came under fire last year, when he wrote a post about potentially taking the automaker private at $420 per share - for which he and the company were both fined $20 million.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Tesla may turn to 'alternative' funding sources

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Electric automaker Tesla on Monday said it could decide to explore new financing sources, according to a filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). While the automaker indicated that its "core operations" should generate enough cash to cover near-term obligations, it may "choose to seek alternative financing sources."

# data[].attributes.body
Anadarko Petroleum had already had a deal with Chevron but it is now trying to merge with Occidental company to hopefully be more beneficial for them.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.keywords[]
anadarko enters merger talks with occidental

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
Anadarko enters merger talks with Occidental, putting Chevron deal in jeopardy

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
Anadarko Petroleum could walk away from its marriage with Chevron.

# data[].attributes.headline
What's the next internet-like investing opportunity? Some on Wall Street say it's spaceflight.

# data[].attributes.subject
What's the next internet-like investing opportunity? Some on Wall Street say it's spaceflight.

# data[].attributes.body
Spaceflight is assumed to be the next money making opportunity for most investors.

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.keywords[]
the internet changed everything. spaceflight technology could do the same - cnn

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.title
The internet changed everything. Spaceflight technology could do the same

# data[].attributes.attachment_link.description
New spaceflight technologies could reshape the global economy on a level not seen since the internet.