Nigerian Government Seeks Increased Support from World Bank for Dam Projects

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The Nigerian government is seeking more support from the World Bank to upgrade and construct new dams, with a focus on boosting irrigation farming and achieving food security and Hydropower generation. Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation Professor Joseph Utsev made the call, emphasizing the need for additional funding to support the administration's commitment to upgrading existing dams and constructing new ones. The World Bank has been supportive of Nigeria, but more funds are required to enable the country to fully key into the Sustainable Power and Irrigation For Nigeria (SPIN) project, which aims to improve food production, create jobs, and add value to the nation's economy.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Nigerian government is seeking increased support from the World Bank to enable the construction of new dams and upgrade existing ones for irrigation farming and Hydropower generation.
  • Minister of Water Resources and Sanitation Professor Joseph Utsev called for additional funding to support the administration's commitment to upgrading and constructing new dams.
  • The SPIN project aims to improve food production, create jobs, and add value to the nation's economy.
  • The project has gained interest from many states, with several indicating a desire to participate.
  • The World Bank has been supportive of Nigerian projects, including the successful implementation of the Transforming Irrigation Management in Nigeria (TRIMING) project.
  • Professor Utsev assured the World Bank of sustained synergy and smooth implementation of the SPIN project.
  • Senior Water Resources Management Specialist Engr Chinedu Umolu expressed appreciation for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's unwavering support for the TRIMING project.

Statistics:

  • The SPIN project aims to improve food production and create jobs for teeming youths.
  • Many states have indicated interest in participating in the SPIN project.
  • The TRIMING project has improved the lives of citizens of Nigeria.
  • President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's administration has supported the execution of the TRIMING project.

Sources:

  • (Voice of Nigeria) "Nigerian government seeks increased support from World Bank for dam projects" published on 23 May 2025.