African Leadership Perspectives Series: A Conversation with H.E. Olusegun Obasanjo, former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
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This was the first conversation in the Wilson Center Africa Program’s “African Leadership Perspectives Series,” which invites African public figures and former African heads of state to the Wilson Center to discuss US-Africa relations and share insights on African leadership. During his discussion with Africa Program Director Oge Onubogu, H.E. Obasanjo reflected on his time as Nigeria’s president and the challenges he and his fellow African leaders faced leading Africa into the 21st century.
H.E. Obasanjo noted the role of the US as an important partner for Africa during his two terms as president, and spoke about pressing areas that will be necessary to cooperate on, including ensuring stability in the Sahel region. H.E. Obasanjo also discussed the growing importance the continent will play in the coming decades, noting that the countries of Africa must work together to tackle challenges and push for greater economic integration.
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The Africa Program works to address the most critical issues facing Africa and US-Africa relations, build mutually beneficial US-Africa relations, and enhance knowledge and understanding about Africa in the United States. The Program achieves its mission through in-depth research and analyses, public discussion, working groups, and briefings that bring together policymakers, practitioners, and subject matter experts to analyze and offer practical options for tackling key challenges in Africa and in US-Africa relations. Read more