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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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cameroon | 1 | 5.00 | 0.13% | +0% | 26,545,863 | 33,903 | $39,000 | 50$ |
| Burkina Faso | 1 | 7.00 | 0.70% | +0% | 20,903,273 | 146,177 | $17,000 | 119$ |
| Totals | 2 | 47,449,136 | 180,080 | $56,000 | 169$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Cameroon:
Akinwumi A. Adesina is the current president of the African Development Bank whose second term is ending.
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Burkina Faso:
Akinwumi A. Adesina is the outgoing president of the African Development Bank.
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Gabon:
Akinwumi A. Adesina has served as the president of the African Development Bank since 2015.
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