THIS information was disclosed by the CBN Governor, Mr Godwin Emefiele, on Friday, October 22, 2021, at the inauguration of the Duchess International Hospital, Ikeja, Lagos.
Mr Emefiele said; “To further drive the recovery of our economy, the monetary policy recognized that while the interventions in our manufacturing sector is essential; it is also essential that we continue to support the medical sector.
“When we started Covid, CBN set aside N100 billion to support the healthcare sector.
“But upon rise in demand, we have disbursed N107.7 billion, supporting 114 healthcare projects which include medical diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, dental services, eye clinics both private and public hospital just to mention a few.
“We would continue to do whatever can be done to support healthcare.”
He also urged more private sector operators to invest in medical facilities that will help upgrade the Nigerian healthcare sector and create more jobs.
