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Nigeria, others spent $1.4trn on debt servicing in 2023 - World Bank
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W’Bank projects drop in global commodity prices by 2025

The World Bank has projected a significant decline in global commodity prices, expecting them to reach a five-year low in 2025, driven largely by a substantial oil glut. This surplus is anticipated to mitigate the price impacts that might arise from escalating conflicts in the Middle East. These insights are detailed in the World Bank […]

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Insecurity in Zamfara endangers W’Bank’s $495.30m irrigation project

Insecurity in Zamfara State has severely impacted the World Bank-funded Transforming Irrigation Management in Nigeria project, raising concerns about the timely completion of essential activities. However, despite these challenges, the Implementation Status & Results Report for the project, rates the overall performance as “Moderately Satisfactory,” according to Nairametrics. The $495.30 million project approved in 2014 […]

Nigeria, others spent $1.4trn on debt servicing in 2023 - World Bank
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FG seeks fresh $500m W’Bank loan to boost basic education

The Federal Government of Nigeria is in negotiations for a $500 million loan from the World Bank aimed at enhancing basic education. The focus is on improving learning outcomes and reducing the number of out-of-school children. As detailed in the Programme Information Document reviewed, this loan is part of the World Bank’s HOPE for Quality […]

Nigeria, others spent $1.4trn on debt servicing in 2023 - World Bank
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FG partners W’bank to launch $750m electricity project

The Rural Electrification Agency has announced the initiation of a new rural electricity project next month, financed by the World Bank with a budget of $750 million. This initiative aims to provide electricity to 17.5 million Nigerians. This was disclosed by the the Managing Director of the REA, Engr. Abba Abubakar during an interview on […]

Nigeria, others spent $1.4trn on debt servicing in 2023 - World Bank
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World Bank partners Nigeria to develop maritime sector

The World Bank Group has expressed its interest in partnering with Nigeria’s Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy to enhance the country’s maritime sector. This was disclosed in a statement by an aide to the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Ismail Omipdan on Wednesday stating the move was in line with the vision of […]

Nigeria, others spent $1.4trn on debt servicing in 2023 - World Bank
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FG seeks six-month extension for $132m W’Bank loan project

The Federal Government of Nigeria has formally requested a six-month extension to complete the $132.42 million World Bank-funded Innovation Development and Effectiveness in the Acquisition of Skills Project, according to a restructuring document. The IDEAS Project, which aims to bolster Nigeria’s capacity to develop relevant skills for both formal and informal sectors, was initially approved […]

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Nigeria becomes third-largest borrower from World Bank’s IDA

Nigeria has become the third-largest debtor to the World Bank’s International Development Association as of June 30, 2024. This significant development underscores a major shift in the nation’s financial dynamics under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The latest financial statements from the World Bank reveal that Nigeria’s debt to the IDA has surged by 14.4%, increasing […]

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Nigeria becomes third-largest borrower from World Bank’s IDA

Nigeria has become the third-largest debtor to the World Bank’s International Development Association as of June 30, 2024. This significant development underscores a major shift in the nation’s financial dynamics under President Bola Tinubu’s administration. The latest financial statements from the World Bank reveal that Nigeria’s debt to the IDA has surged by 14.4%, increasing […]

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FG targets $500m W’Bank loan to boost education, health sectors

Nigeria is about to receive a $500 million loan from the World Bank, which would provide a huge financial boost for the country’s healthcare and education sectors. This was disclosed in the “Program Information Document (PID)” for the appraisal stage of the Nigeria Human Capital Opportunities for Prosperity and Equity (HOPE) Governance Program. The proposed […]

Nigeria, others spent $1.4trn on debt servicing in 2023 - World Bank
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W’Bank reform $350m loan to complete power plants in Nigeria 

The World Bank has restructured a $350 million loan to Nigeria to support Nigeria’s energy infrastructure and guarantee the completion of seven vital power plants at educational institutions. The Nigeria Electrification Project (NEP) Restructuring Paper states that this restructuring entails extending the project’s conclusion date, with the new loan project deadline set at December 31, […]

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FG eyes $500m loan from W’Bank to boost dam safety

The Federal Government has applied for a $500 million loan from the World Bank to strengthen water resource management throughout the federation and increase dam safety. This loan is anticipated to tackle the nation’s problems with water security and enhance agricultural production, by supporting the Sustainable Power and Irrigation for Nigeria Project. According to a […]

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Nigeria receives $751.88m from recently approved W’Bank loan 

The World Bank has disbursed $751.88 million to Nigeria from a recently approved $1.5 billion loan. The funds was disbursed as part of the Development Policy Financing Program (DPF) initiative, Nigeria Reforms for Economic Stabilization to Enable Transformation (RESET). This loan project is a portion of the larger $2.25 billion in reforms approved by the […]

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