President Bola Tinubu has lauded Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), calling her a brilliant woman and a worthy representative of Nigeria. This commendation came in a statement celebrating Okonjo-Iweala’s 70th birthday.
In his remarks, President Tinubu extolled Okonjo-Iweala’s exemplary qualities of grit, diligence, and brilliance, which he said reflect the best of Nigerian character. The statement, issued by his spokesman Ajuri Ngelale, expressed joy for the WTO chief and her family on this significant milestone.
President Tinubu also praised Okonjo-Iweala, who previously served as Nigeria’s Finance Minister, for her dedicated service to the nation and her role in strengthening institutions.
The statement read, “President Tinubu commends the Director-General of the World Trade Organization for being a worthy ambassador of Nigeria, exemplifying the grit, diligence, and brilliance that Nigerians are known for. The President prays for many more years in good health for Dr. Okonjo-Iweala and her family.”
