African Leadership Perspectives Series: A Conversation with H.E. Olusegun Obasanjo, former President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria
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Overview
This series invites African public figures and former African heads of state to the Wilson Center to share their perspectives on Africa’s leadership role in the evolving global arena. On this exclusive platform, the leaders will discuss US-Africa relations, reflect on the past and current state of leadership in Africa and share their insights on contemporary peace, security, and economic development opportunities or challenges facing the continent.
The series’ inaugural speaker, H.E Olusegun Obasanjo, former President of Nigeria was elected to the office in 1999, leading Nigeria's return to civilian government after decades of military rule. During his two terms, he played a key role in the creation of the Africa Union (AU) and in the resolution of several political crises on the continent. Following the conclusion of his presidency in May 2007, he has built a profile as a respected African elder statesman. He has served in numerous leadership positions including as a special United Nations and AU envoy addressing some of Africa's most urgent problems.
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Africa Program
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
