Akinwumi A. Adesina

Akinwumi A. Adesina

politician Nigeria

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.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
0 wks
Reach
86,309
Power
51$
Sentiment
9.00
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Liberia 5 9.00 1.71% +0% 5,057,681 86,309 $3,000 51$
Totals 5 5,057,681 86,309 $3,000 51$
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Recent Mentions

Liberia Liberia: Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina, President of the African Development Bank, declared that Liberia’s transformation is within reach with visionary leadership. 9

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: “Liberia’s Transformation Possible With Coordination, Vision” | News

Liberia Liberia: 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. 9

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: “The Export of Raw Materials Is the Door to Poverty” | Business

Liberia Liberia: Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina is the President of the African Development Bank who unveiled the Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank in Liberia. 9

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: Liberia’s Youth Finally Get a Seat at the Economic Table | Business

Liberia Liberia: Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina is visiting Liberia to launch a youth development initiative and receive national recognition for his leadership. 9

Daily Observer – leading Liberian newspaper, est. 1981: Youth Entrepreneurship Investment Bank in Sight | News