Ex-ADB boss Adesina dedicates award to Nigeria, Africa, thanks Obasanjo, Jonathan

Author: Chris JohnsonPublished on: April 13, 2026Country: Nigeria
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Ex-ADB boss Adesina dedicates award to Nigeria, Africa, thanks Obasanjo, Jonathan

Former President of the African Development Bank Group, Dr. Akinwumi Adesina, dedicated his African Lifetime Achievement Award to Nigeria and the African continent at the African Heritage Awards in Accra, Ghana. He emphasized the need for structured investment for Africa's development, which is projected to grow by 4.2% in 2026 according to the IMF. Adesina also acknowledged the support of former Nigerian leaders, Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, throughout his career.

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