HealthAugust 15, 2026

imprest

IM-prest

Definition

A fund or advance of money provided to an individual or agency to cover routine operational expenses.

Etymology

Derived from the Italian word 'impresto' meaning a loan or advance, which evolved from the Latin 'impraestare' meaning to lend or provide.

In the news

Dr. Nuhu lists the insufficient monthly operational imprest as a key hurdle, highlighting how a lack of flexible liquid funds limits the agency's ability to pay bills and maintain facilities.

Funding cuts, space deficit stifling healthcare in Taraba –Nuhu

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The Sun Nigeria

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