President Bola Tinubu has assured Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala of the support of the government and people of Nigeria following her re-election as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO).
The development economist, who made history in 2021 as the first African and the first woman to lead the WTO, will continue in her role for another four years beginning September 1, 2025.
President Tinubu expressed his pleasure at Dr. Okonjo-Iweala’s unanimous reappointment, highlighting it as a testament to the global trust in her leadership.
He recognized her dedication to advancing multilateral trade and fostering sustainable global economic growth.
Her work has played a key role in strengthening the WTO’s position as a vital organization for inclusive development.
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In his statement, Tinubu emphasized Nigeria’s commitment to supporting the WTO’s mission for a fair and equitable trading system.
As a member of the WTO, ECOWAS, and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), Nigeria will continue to back the efforts to ensure that trade practices are inclusive and beneficial for all nations.
He assured Dr. Okonjo-Iweala of Nigeria’s ongoing support as she moves forward with her reforms aimed at improving global trade relations and cooperation.
