Zenith Bank has begun sending account numbers to beneficiaries of the Youth Economic Intervention and Deregulation Program (YEIDEP) through both SMS and email.
This development comes only a few days after the YEIDEP stakeholders’ implementation retreat held on Wednesday, September 3, 2025, in Abuja. Zenith Bank, a partner in the YEIDEP initiative, was in attendance at the event.
The SMS sent to participants reads, “Dear [candidate], Your Zenith Bank Acct No. is [1234567890]. Kindly visit any of our branches to get an ATM Card. Thank you for Banking with us.”
A similar message is being sent by email, introducing beneficiaries to their new banking relationship. The email reads, “Dear [Candidate],
New Banking Relationship
Thank you for choosing to start a banking relationship with Zenith Bank Plc. In line with your request a/an Savings Account has been opened for you with the following details:
Account Name:
Account Number:
Branch Name:
To ensure you maximize the benefits of being a Zenith Bank customer, here are a few things you need to do urgently:
a. Get a Zenith Bank Card at your branch.
b. Download the Zenith Mobile Banking app from the relevant app store.
c. Register for the Zenith Bank *966# Eazybanking service.”
During the retreat, Zenith Bank reaffirmed its commitment to the program. “We believe in the power of youth-led innovations and entrepreneurship to drive sustainable economic growth,” a representative said. “Zenith Bank remains a proud supporter of youth empowerment (YEIDEP) and looks forward to continuing our partnership in building a brighter future.”
However, beneficiaries should note that receiving Zenith Bank SMS or email does not automatically mean a candidate has been shortlisted. The first tranche of registration has been completed, with over 8,000 verified participants enrolled in the program.