When Akinwumi Adesina became president of the African Development Bank (AfDB) in 2015, he vowed to make it more than just a lender. “Not just numbers, but lives,” he told his board. Ten years on, as he bows out of office, the visionary economist leaves behind a legacy that reflects Africa’s ow
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Faith Omoboye is a foreign affairs correspondent with background in History and International relations. Her work focuses on African politics, diplomacy, and global governance.

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