2023 Presidential candidate of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) has extended his “warmest congratulations” to Mauritania’s Sidi Ould Tah following his “resounding election” as President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB).
Sidi Ould Tah was elected ninth President of the African Development Bank Group (AfDB) on Thursday 29 May, 2025, he takes over from Nigeria’s Akinwumi Adesina, who held the position for ten (10) years.
The former Vice President said, Tah’s “triumph is a clear testament to the immense trust and confidence the Bank’s shareholders have placed in his leadership and vision for Africa’s future.”
Atiku wrote: “I extend my warmest congratulations to @sidiouldtah on his resounding election as President of the African Development Bank. His triumph, secured by an overwhelming majority, is a clear testament to the immense trust and confidence the Bank’s shareholders have placed in his leadership and vision for Africa’s future.”
He also praised Adesina who exits the Office of AfDB President in few months, saying, the Nigerian economist did not only stand firm but ensured the AfDB “flourished”, and recorded “an impressive net profit of $351.7 million last year”.
Waziri Adamawa continued, “Dr. Adesina did more than reform institutions, he humanized progress”, adding, “he brought hope to communities and gave wings to aspirations across the continent”.
On his appraisal of Dr. Adesina, Atiku wrote: “It is deeply heartening that he steps into this esteemed role following the remarkable tenure of Nigeria’s own Dr. @akin_adesina. Under Dr. Adesina’s watch, the bank, not only stood firm but flourished, recording an impressive net profit of $351.7 million last year. His decade at the helm was nothing short of transformative.
“Nigeria, Africa, and indeed the global community stand proud of Dr. Adesina’s sterling service. The zeal and unwavering commitment with which he championed development across the continent have left a legacy written not just in numbers but in the uplifted lives of millions.
“Dr. Adesina did more than reform institutions, he humanized progress. Through bold initiatives and purposeful reforms, he brought hope to communities and gave wings to aspirations across the continent.
“I salute you, Dr. Adesina, for making Nigeria proud. May your next chapter be filled with even greater opportunities to inspire, serve, and leave lasting impact.”
