Chief Olusegun Obasanjo Consulting on 'Rethinking Western Liberal Democracy for Africa,' former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo staunchly defended his position that Western liberal democracy has not proven effective for the continent. The ex-President argued that the Western model fails to consider Africa's unique history, culture, and traditions. Speaking as the convener of the gathering, Obasanjo stated that the Western style of democracy has faltered in Africa due to its neglect of the majority's opinions. He asserted that the government's representation of only a fraction of the people leads to the exclusion of the majority. Describing Western liberal democracy as "a government of a few people over all the people," Obasanjo criticised its inability to fully represent the diverse population. He contended that African countries should embrace what he terms 'Afro democracy,' asserting that they have no business operating a system of governmen
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