Elumelu says Africa shouldabandon a victim mindset.

In a recent interview, Nigerian entrepreneur and philanthropist **Tony Elumandel** urged African leaders and citizens to drop the “victim mindset” that he says hampers progress. He argued that blaming external factors—such as colonial history, foreign aid policies, or global economic conditions—prevents Africans from taking ownership of their development. Elumandel called for a shift toward proactive problem‑solving, entrepreneurship, and self‑reliance, emphasizing that Africa’s growth depends on internal drive, innovation and accountability rather than seeing itself as a perpetual victim. Views Nigeria