Elumelu says Africa shouldabandon a victim mindset.

In a recent interview, Nigerian businessman and philanthropist Tony Elumandel Elumelu urged Africans to drop a “victim mindset.” He argued that constantly blaming external forces—colonial history, foreign aid, or global powers—prevents the continent from taking ownership of its development. Elumelu called for proactive entrepreneurship, investment in local talent, and a focus on solutions rather than blame, emphasizing that Africa’s progress depends on confidence, self‑reliance and a forward‑looking attitude. Views Nigeria