African Export-Import Bank says its net interest income grew by 4.53 per cent to $411.2 million in the first quarter of 2025, compared to the previous year.
He said the sectors included energy, infrastructural, pix: manufacturing, healthcare, transport and financial services.
The governor disclosed this on Tuesday at a media parley with selected journalists in Calabar.
The federal government and African Export-Import Bank on Tuesday signed the agreement for Nigeria to host the 32nd Afreximbank Annual Meetings.
“This progress underscores the country’s commitment to creating an enabling environment for aircraft financing and leasing,” she said.
“With over $500 million in funding commitments and strategic partnerships, Anambra is poised to become a leading economic hub in Nigeria,” Mr Okoye said.
As of 2024, the ministry reported a 36 per cent increase in Nigeria’s cultural influence alongside an 18 per cent increase in the Brand Perception Index.
“This move gives us the necessary headroom to mobilise the capital we need to create a bank that serves all Africans.”
The ratings affirmation “recognises Afreximbank’s strong profile and increasing systemic relevance to the African continent,” said the bank.
He said African pharmaceutical companies faced severe impacts of global health, security and economic challenges.
