FG, World Bank to partner for mining sector development
The Federal Government, through the Ministry of Solid Minerals Development, is exploring collaboration with the World Bank to unlock financing and technical support for the development of the mining…
W/Bank wants more reforms in Nigeria telecoms, increased broadband access to rural areas
By Jessica Dogo The World Bank wants Nigeria to increase its broadband penetration to provide internet access to people in rural areas and remote places. The World Bank Country Director,…
World Bank approves $750m to boost Nigeria’s business environment
September 30, 2022 The World Bank has approved 750 million dollars for the Nigeria State Action on Business Enabling Reforms (SABER) Programme-for-Results. This is contained in a statement by the…
$114.28m credit: SERAP urges World Bank encourage Nigerian govt. transparency, accountability in spending
Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project, (SERAP) has sent an open letter to the World Bank President Mr David Malpass, urging him to use his “good office to encourage the Federal…
AGILE: Seven States get $500m from World Bank to boost girl child secondary education
The World Bank has approved a $500 million credit for the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) towards improving secondary education opportunities among girls in seven states in…
Hate speech Bill: Respect the views of Nigerians – Govs urge lawmakers
The Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) has advised the National Assembly to hold public hearing on the hate speech Bill before it to ensure that the views of Nigerians were captured…