Lamine Diack

Lamine Diack, born on June seventh, nineteen thirty-three, was a prominent Senegalese businessman and sports administrator whose influence spanned several decades. He made his mark as an athlete before transitioning into a significant role in sports governance, serving as the president of the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF) from nineteen ninety-nine to two thousand fifteen.

During his tenure at the IAAF, Diack was embroiled in numerous investigations related to corruption, which cast a shadow over his leadership. His involvement in the sports world extended beyond athletics; he was also a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) from nineteen ninety-nine until two thousand thirteen, after which he held the title of honorary member until two thousand fifteen.

In addition to his roles in athletics, Diack was the chairman of the National Water Company