World Bank's Nigeria Portfolio Hits $16bn, Focus on Growth and Job Creation
The World Bank's Nigeria portfolio has hit $16 billion, with projects spanning education, health, social protection, energy, and infrastructure to drive growth and job creation. Anna Bjerd, World Bank's Managing Director of Operations, is in Nigeria for a three-day visit to enhance support for Nigeria's growth efforts.
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu reaffirms commitment to partnering with the World Bank on energy, agriculture, tourism, and human capital development. The World Bank acknowledges Lagos' progress in the ease of doing business index, ranking 29th globally.
Bjerd will also meet with other key officials like Kashim Shettima, Wale Edun, and Olayemi Cardoso to discuss strategies for leveraging investments and improving the private sector in Nigeria.
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