Ugo Nosiri, Owerri
Imo State Governor, Senator Hope Uzodimma has commended the management of the Bank of Industry (BOI) for their various policies that have helped to stimulate the economy of the country, create jobs for the people and also help to reduce the cost of goods.
Governor Uzodimma made the statement when he and other top government officials received the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Bank of Industry, BOI, Dr Olasupo Olusi, and his team on a courtesy visit.
He applauded BOI for the good job they are doing and urged them to ensure that Imo State benefits from the diligence of the Bank’s contribution to the national economy.
Governor Uzodimma said the Bank’s visit would serve as new partnership and promised to support private business operators to access funds from bank of industry BOI.
“Whatever you do to encourage our local economy will be highly appreciated by us. We are here as a government, ready to support the private sector. We want to encourage all the industries here. All the industries are sick because of power and other things that enable production,” Uzodimma stated.
The managing director of Bank of Industry Dr Olasupo Olusi in his speech, disclosed that he came with his management team to explore the opportunities in Imo State and help drive the economic growth of the State.
“Bank of Industry is here to serve the private sector in Nigeria. We believe there’s a number of opportunities to help drive economic growth and development of Imo State. We believe that we have mutual areas of potential cooperation and collaboration.
According to Mr Olusi, BOI is desirous of being a strong partner with Imo State to bring development.