Guaranty Trust Bank (GTBank) has been named the Best Overall Performing Bank in Nigeria in The Banker magazine’s Top 1000 World Banks Rankings 2026, reinforcing its position among the country’s leading financial institutions.
The annual rankings, published by The Banker, assess banks across the world using audited financial statements and key performance indicators, including financial strength, operational efficiency, profitability, liquidity, growth, leverage and risk management.
GTBank emerged as the top-ranked Nigerian bank overall and also secured first position in the Efficiency and Soundness categories.
The bank placed second in other key performance indicators, including Return on Risk, Liquidity, Growth, Leverage and Profitability, reflecting strong performance across major banking metrics.
Commenting on the recognition, Managing Director of GTBank, Mrs. Miriam Olusanya, described the award as a testament to the commitment of the bank’s employees and the loyalty of its customers.
“Being named the Best Overall Performing Bank in Nigeria by The Banker is a recognition that means a great deal to us, not just because of the prestige of the publication, but because of what it represents; the hard work of our people, the loyalty of our customers, and the strength we continue to draw from being part of the Group,” she said.
Olusanya said the bank’s top ranking in overall performance, efficiency and soundness reflects its disciplined approach to banking and the benefits of operating within the Guaranty Trust Holding Company (GTCO) Group.
“We do not take this recognition for granted. It deepens our resolve to keep raising the bar, to serve our customers better every day, and to remain a bank that consistently delivers value to all its stakeholders and to the GTCO Group we are proud to belong,” she added.
