Elumelu says Africa shouldabandon a victim mindset.

In a recent interview, Nigerian businessman and philanthropist **Tony Elumale** urged African leaders and citizens to drop the “victim mindset” that he says hampers progress. He argued that blaming external forces for the continent’s challenges prevents proactive problem‑solving and entrepreneurship. Elumale called for a shift toward ownership, innovation, and collaborative effort, emphasizing that Africans have the talent and resources to drive their own development if they stop seeing themselves as perpetual victims. Views Nigeria