African Development Bank President Dr. Akinwumi A. Adesina has declined calls to stand for Nigerian President saying he remains fully engaged to the mission of developing Africa. He, in a statement, however, a acknowledges the goodwill, kindness and confidence from well wishers who would have wanted him to contest of Nigeria’s highest office. Below is the full statement: I have been extremely humbled by several calls from Nigerians at home and abroad that I should consider running for the office of the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.I am very touched by all who have gone to great extent,…
My hands are full, says AfDB President Adesina as he declines Nigerian presidency calls

Akinwumi A. Adesina, African Development Bank President. He says he is still fully committed to the bank. Courtesy photo



