Dr. Akinwumi Ayodeji Adesina is a PhD holder in Agricultural Economics. He has very intimidating credentials as a globally respected technocrat and scholar. Since the year 2015 he has been the president of the Africa Development Bank (AFDB) the monetary institution based in Abidjan, Cote D’ivoire. He was re-elected for the same post in 2020 … Read more
AFRICAN Development Bank (AfDB) President Akinwumi Adesina has issued a stark call for African nations to break free from decades of aid dependency and drive growth through investment, self-reliance, and value-added trade. Speaking at the 14th Convocation Ceremony of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN) on Friday, Adesina warned that changing global dynamics, including donor … Read more
DR Akinwumi Adesina, President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), has been honoured with the inaugural African of the Decade award for his outstanding contributions to Africa’s growth and development. The accolade was presented during the Africa Investment Forum in Rabat, Morocco, a significant moment in the All-Africa Business Leaders Awards’ history. The award, introduced by ABN Group in partnership with CNBC … Read more
IN a packed auditorium at Chatham House, African Development Bank President Dr Akinwumi Adesina delivered an inspiring address to a diverse audience of diplomats, investors, academics, politicians, and media, emphasising Africa’s untapped potential and abundant opportunities. During his presentation on Friday, titled Envisioning Africa’s Economic Prospects, Adesina highlighted his optimism and passion for Africa’s future. He … Read more
THE President of the African Development Bank Group Dr. Akinwumi Adesina (www.AfDB.org) has appointed career diplomat Ambassador Jalel Trabelsi as his Special Envoy for the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and Gulf Region. Ambassador Trabelsi brings to the role over 30 years of experience as a highly accomplished and distinguished diplomat. As Special Envoy … Read more