The governor of Sudan's Gezira state, Professor Tahir Ibrahim Al-Khair, has appealed to banks and financial institutions to increase their support for the state's winter agricultural season. He made the call during the opening of a new branch of the Khartoum Bank in the city of Wad Madani. The governor emphasized the importance of bank financing in supporting production and promoting economic activity in the state.
The governor praised the role of banks in maintaining the stability of the banking system and continuing to provide services during the war period. He noted that the return of the Khartoum Bank to operation in the city is an extension of its efforts to serve citizens and support the national economy. The governor's appeal is aimed at boosting agricultural production in the state's key projects, including the Gezira and Rahad agricultural projects.
The manager of the Sudan Bank in the state, Professor Majdi Al-Bakhit, praised the role played by the Khartoum Bank and the Omdurman National Bank in returning to work in the state immediately after its liberation. He noted that the banks' resumption of banking services to producers and citizens has helped to stimulate economic activity. Al-Bakhit also commended the transfer of the Khartoum Bank branch to a larger building, which will improve the working environment and provide more comfort to customers.
The manager of the Khartoum Bank branches, Mr. Tijani Karama, announced that the bank is seeking to open all its branches in the state to support citizens and expand its banking services. He expressed his happiness at the opening of the Wad Madani branch, describing it as one of the important branches in supporting the national economy. The bank's expansion plans aim to increase access to banking services and promote financial inclusion in the state.
The Gezira state government has been working to boost agricultural production and promote economic growth. The state's agricultural projects, including the Gezira and Rahad projects, are critical to the country's food security and economic development. The government's efforts to attract investment and support from banks and financial institutions are aimed at increasing production and improving the livelihoods of citizens.
The winter agricultural season is a critical period for farmers in Gezira state, who rely on financing from banks to purchase inputs and equipment. The governor's appeal to banks to increase their support for the sector is expected to have a positive impact on production and economic activity in the state. The state's agricultural sector is a significant contributor to the national economy, and any increase in production is likely to have a positive impact on the country's economic growth.
The opening of the new Khartoum Bank branch in Wad Madani is part of the bank's efforts to expand its services and increase access to banking facilities in the state. The bank's expansion plans are aimed at supporting economic growth and promoting financial inclusion in the state. The governor's call for increased support for the agricultural sector is expected to have a positive impact on the state's economy and improve the livelihoods of citizens.
Key points
- Gezira state governor calls on banks to finance winter agricultural season
- Banks praised for their role in maintaining stability of banking system during war period
- Governor's appeal aims to boost agricultural production and promote economic growth in the state
