Akinwumi A. Adesina
Akinwumi A. Adesina is a Nigerian agricultural economist and politician who has served as the President of the African Development Bank (AfDB) since 2015. He is known for his commitment to agricultural transformation and economic development across Africa. During his tenure, he has focused on initiatives aimed at improving food security, promoting private sector investment in agriculture, and facilitating sustainable development across the continent. Adesina was re-elected for a second term in 2020, and his leadership has been characterized by a strong emphasis on innovation and the need for reforms within the bank to better serve African nations.
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Akinwumi A. Adesina is the President of the African Development Bank who participated in the launch of YEIB.
GonetAfrica, Gonet Academy Applaud GOL, and AfDB for YEIB Launch | News
Liberia· 2025-07-26
Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, President of the African Development Bank, declared that Liberia’s transformation is within reach with visionary leadership.
“Liberia’s Transformation Possible With Coordination, Vision” | NewsLiberia· 2025-07-25
Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, outgoing President of the African Development Bank, has called on the government of Liberia to end the export of raw materials and invest in value addition and infrastructure.
“The Export of Raw Materials Is the Door to Poverty” | BusinessLiberia· 2025-07-23
Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina is the President of the African Development Bank who unveiled the Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank in Liberia.
Liberia’s Youth Finally Get a Seat at the Economic Table | BusinessLiberia· 2025-07-23
Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina is visiting Liberia to launch a youth development initiative and receive national recognition for his leadership.
Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank in Sight | NewsLiberia· 2025-07-21
Akinwumi A. Adesina is the current president of the African Development Bank whose second term is ending.
Evénement : Abidjan accueille les Assemblées annuelles 2025 de la BAD
Cameroon· 2025-05-23
Akinwumi A. Adesina is the outgoing president of the African Development Bank.
Interventions de la BAD au Burkina: la vice-présidente Nnenna Nwabufo en “mini revue” de performance
Burkina Faso· 2025-05-19
Akinwumi A. Adesina has served as the president of the African Development Bank since 2015.
Élection à la BAD : le Gabon fait le choix du Sénégal | Gabonreview.com
Gabon· 2025-02-20
