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IFC, CBN in $1bn Partnership to boost local currency financing in Nigeria

POSTED ON October 28, 2024 •   Business      BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara
International Finance Corporation and Nigeria Central Bank ( CBN) official s

The International Finance Corporation, a member of the World Bank Group and Nigera’s Central Bank ( CBN)have sealed mutual agreement which entails former- IFC to , significantly scale up its financing of critical sectors in Nigeria, with a goal of providing more than $1 billion in the coming years.

The partnership, according to a statement issued on the deal, will allow IFC to manage currency risks and increase its investment in Nigerian naira across priority sectors of the economy, including agriculture, housing, infrastructure, energy, small and medium enterprises and the creative and youth economy.

Many of these sectors require local currency financing, and IFC’s partnership with the CBN is a key tool in expanding access.

“This pioneering initiative between the IFC and CBN will unlock much-needed long-term local currency financing for private businesses in Nigeria at economically viable rates,” the statement quoted CBN governor Mr Olayemi Cardoso saying.

“This collaboration marks significant progress in theCBN’s commitment to delivering innovative development initiatives through reputable third-party service providers, moving beyond traditional intervention programs. It will serve as a catalyst for economic growth and advance the Federal Government’s agenda for economic diversification.”

“Expanding access to affordable local currency financing for small businesses in Nigeria is essential for IFC to address the increasing demand for diverse funding options and to better manage currency risk,” said Makhtar Diop, IFC Managing Director.

“Our partnership with the Central Bank of Nigeria will enhance lending in Nigerian naira, fostering economic growth and creating jobs across the country.”

“With an active portfolio of investments in Nigeria of up to $2.13 billion—the second highest in Africa—local currency financing is a key priority for IFC.

IFC in addition pledged to continue to leverage innovative financial instruments and strengthen partnerships to meet the growing demand for more local currency financing in emerging markets.

 

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