President Muhammadu Buhari warmly rejoices with President of the African
Development Bank (AfDB), Dr Akinwunmi Adesina, on the clearing of all
allegations against him by an anonymous group, and further validation of
his competence and integrity to lead the institution.
President Buhari congratulates AfDB Board of Directors, the Ethics
Committee and members of staff for their courage, maturity and patience
in following through the process of investigations, and acceptance of
Report of Panel of High-Level Independent Experts, which reviewed the
Report of Ethics Committee of AfDB, and Dr Adesina’s response.
The President commends the eminent personalities, consisting of Mary
Robinson, Justice Hassan B. Jallow, and Leonard F. McCarthy, who handled
the review of the report of the Ethics Committee, and their
professionalism in rejecting support services, and providing a unanimous
report.
President Buhari believes the conclusion of the review should finally
draw a curtain on the allegations that created distractions for the
entire institution for a period and serve as an impetus for more
diligence in handling responsibilities while fuelling the zeal to
deliver on the promises of a greater Africa.
The President urges Dr Adesina to remain steadfast, dedicated and
resolute in pursuing his noble goals for the institution, especially
with the now expected second term in office, assuring him of the prayers
and support of Nigerians.