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World Bank Donate $200m for Development Projects in Ekiti State

POSTED ON July 10, 2024 •   BUSINESS      BY Abiodun Saheed Omodara
World Bank Country Director, Dr Ndiame Dipo l credit: Nairametrics

The Ekiti State Government has announced that the World Bank has committed more than $200 million towards developmental projects in the state. 

The World Bank Country Director, Dr Ndiame Dipo, revealed that $60 million has already been disbursed for critical projects.

Governor Biodun Oyebanji emphasized the need for collaboration with development agencies to accelerate the state's development goals.

He also expressed gratitude for the financial support from the World Bank and highlighted the areas of infrastructure, agriculture, healthcare, and education as key focus areas for development.

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