Nigeria’s President, His Excellency Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR has congratulated Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, former Co-ordinating Minister for the Economy and Minister of Finance, on her unanimous re-election today as the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO).

Nigerians at home and in diaspora are very happy to celebrate this noble feat that was brought back home to Nigeria through her unwavering efforts established in the committee of nations. The world trade countries have also recommended the supercilious range of efforts Okonjo-Iweala has invested to the world trade zones.

The renowned development economist and global finance expert made history in 2021 as the first African and first woman to lead the 164-nation-member WTO.

Her first term as the seventh Director-General of the WTO will expire on August 31, 2025, while the second term begins September 1.

President Tinubu notes with delight that Dr Okonjo-Iweala’s unanimous appointment for a second four-year term demonstrates the trust and confidence the international community places in her leadership to advance multilateral trade for sustainable global development.

Nigeria is confident that Dr Iweala’s continued leadership will strengthen the international economic organisation’s role as a critical pillar of inclusive global economic growth and good governance in the next four years.

While congratulating Dr Iweala on this deserving re appointment from WTO, President Tinubu assured her of Nigeria’s steadfast support as she consolidates her bold reforms, dedication to equitable global trade practices, and tireless efforts to promote international cooperation.

On this note therefore, as a committed member of the WTO, ECOWAS, and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Nigeria will continue to support the WTO’s mission to foster a fair, inclusive, and equitable multilateral trading system.

This is a plus to the World Trade Organization to utilize this outstanding tenure to tackle world challenges on climate change and all the traditional zones across the continents. We all including notable world leaders congratulate Dr Mrs Okonjo Iweala.