Summit on the State of Democracy in Africa

In collaboration with the Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library and support from Ford Foundation, and Trust Africa, the Foundation hosted The Summit on The State of Democracy in Africa to illuminate strides made towards democratic governance and the concerning resurgence of military coups that threaten our progress. This pivotal gathering emphasized the imperative for continental solutions amid mounting external pressures, reinvigorating the shared spirit and ambitions of African people for unity, freedom, and self-determination.

The summit scrutinized the ramifications of recent military interventions, and explored democratic models that resonate with Africa's historical and cultural context. Discussions highlighted the necessity for cross-continental cooperation to refine and embrace sustainable, citizen-centric governance frameworks.

Special guests included H.E. Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, represented by the Vice President H.E. Kashim Shettima, GCON; H.E. Olusegun Obasanjo, GCFR, Former President of the Republic of Nigeria; Ms. Amina Mohammed, GCON, Deputy Secretary-General, United Nations; Mr. Darren Walker, President, Ford Foundation; Dr, Chichi Aniagolu-Okoye, Regional Director, Ford Foundation, West Africa; Abubakar Mahmoud, SAN, Board of Directors, Yar’Adua Foundation; Dr. Ebrima Sall, Executive Director, Trust Africa; Professor Gyimah Boadi, Co-Founder Afrobarometer; Dr. Leena Hoffmann-Atar, Chatham House Africa Programme amidst other participants committed to steadfast and collaborative efforts to realize Africa's democratic aspiration.

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