Sanwo-Olu pushes for stronger World Bank ties in Lagos
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed Lagos State’s readiness to deepen its partnership with the World Bank Group. He emphasized the state’s openness to collaboration in energy, agriculture, tourism, and human capital development. Sanwo-Olu highlighted Lagos’ progress in reforms and infrastructure, aiming to attract more global investment. The World Bank delegation, led by Anna Bjerde, praised Lagos’ achievements and signaled interest in further cooperation.
What we know
- Babajide Sanwo-Olu said Lagos is open to deeper collaboration and investment partnerships with the World Bank Group.
- The World Bank delegation, led by Anna Bjerde and Ethiopia Tafara, visited Lagos House, Marina.
- Sanwo-Olu noted Lagos’ rise from 29th to first in the national Ease of Doing Business ranking within four years.
- Anna Bjerde described Lagos as a key stakeholder and commended its policy reforms and improved business environment.
- The World Bank plans a five-year country review to assess progress at both national and subnational levels, including Lagos.
