Adesina gets new appointment

 The World Food Prize Foundation has announced the appointment of the outgoing President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Dr Akinwumi Adesina to its Council of Advisors.

Its President, Mashal Husain, disclosed this in a statement made available to reporters in New York.

Husain said, “President Adesina embodies the values and vision of Dr Norman Borlaug-transforming bold ideas into tangible impact.

“His lifelong commitment to agricultural innovation, sustainability and economic development across Africa makes him an extraordinary addition to our Council of Advisors.

“We are honoured to welcome him back to the Foundation in this new role.”