At the heart of the economic and social issues that drive the world, the visit of the Director of Operations of the World Bank, Ms. Anna Bjerde, to Nigeria does not go unnoticed. This visit is part of the World Bank’s commitment to Nigeria to support critical aspects of its development agenda.
During the visit, Ms. Bjerde expressed appreciation for the reform efforts undertaken by the country and stressed the importance of continuing to support Nigeria in its development initiatives. She also took this opportunity to take stock of the numerous projects that the World Bank is currently carrying out in the country.
The Minister of Budget and Economic Planning, Sen. Atiku Bagudu, also expressed gratitude to the World Bank for its continued support to Nigeria. He highlighted the reforms put in place by President Bola Tinubu’s administration and announced that the 2024 budget would reduce the deficit for the first time in several years. He also appealed for more support from the World Bank.
The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, for his part, praised the support provided by the World Bank to the country over the years. He stressed that this support was not limited to financial funds, but also manifested itself in valuable expertise and knowledge for the country.
This visit by the Director of Operations of the World Bank to Nigeria demonstrates the importance given by the institution to the economic and social development of the country. It also highlights the importance of a strong partnership between the World Bank and Nigeria to support the country’s development in key areas. Nigeria will thus be able to benefit from the financial resources and knowledge necessary to stimulate its economic growth and resolve the social problems it faces.
In conclusion, the visit of the Director of Operations of the World Bank to Nigeria is an important step in the ongoing collaboration between the World Bank and the country. It demonstrates the institution’s commitment to supporting Nigeria’s development and provides an opportunity to strengthen cooperation and find solutions to the challenges facing the country.