Elombi Renews Call for African Ratings Agency, Says Continent Must Control Its Economic Narrative

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James Emejo in Abuja

President of African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), Dr. George Elombi, yesterday renewed the bank’s advocacy for the establishment of an African-owned credit ratings agency, adding that the continent can no longer afford to have its economic fortunes and borrowing costs determined largely by foreign institutions.