Okonjo-Iweala

2024 - 11 - 10

Okonjo-Iweala: The Superwoman of Trade, Back for Round Two!

Director-General - Global Trade - Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala - Nigeria - Women in leadership - WTO

Nigerians rejoice as Okonjo-Iweala secures a second term as DG of WTO! Find out why this queen of trade makes history!

Get ready to pop the champagne, Nigeria! Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the trailblazing Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), is officially confirmed as the sole candidate for another term! Yes, you heard it right! With no other challengers stepping up, this magnificent woman is set to return to the heavyweight title of global trade until the end of August 2027. Talk about a win-win for Nigeria and the world!

Dr. Okonjo-Iweala made history as the first woman and first African to lead the WTO. Her leadership style is as refreshing as a chilled bottle of palm wine on a hot Lagos day. With her at the helm, trade policies have become more inclusive, dynamic, and, frankly, friendlier than a Lagos street party! Under her stewardship, the WTO has amplified efforts to tackle global trade challenges, especially in the wake of the pandemic and economic tumult.

Nigerians are in celebratory mode, and why shouldn't they be? The news of Okonjo-Iweala’s re-election has sent ripples of excitement through the nation, with citizens proudly cheering for one of their own. Social media platforms are buzzing with hashtags, memes, and messages of support as they express their pride in having a woman of such caliber representing Nigeria on the international stage. It's not just a win for her; it’s a blast of empowerment for women everywhere!

As we anticipate her new term, let’s celebrate some fun and fascinating facts! Did you know that before leading the WTO, Okonjo-Iweala served as Nigeria's Finance Minister and was instrumental in the country paying off its debt to the Paris Club? Oh, and here's another: she’s not just a wizard in finance; she’s also a skilled author, having penned multiple books that inspire the next generation of leaders! With her at the helm, the future of global trade looks promising! So cheers to Dr. Okonjo-Iweala, the queen of trade who keeps breaking barriers!

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Coast clear for Okonjo-Iweala to retain DG role as WTO confirms no ... (Pulse Nigeria)

The WTO organisation said the window for interested members to submit their nominations closed with no one coming forward to challenge Okonjo-Iweala.

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Okonjo-Iweala emerges sole candidate for WTO DG role (NIGERIAN TRIBUNE)

Nigeria's Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has emerged as the sole candidate for the role of director-general at the World Trade Organisation (WTO).

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What you need to know about Okonjo-Iweala as she seeks second ... (The Nation Newspaper)

The first woman and first African to lead the World Trade Organisation(WTO) Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, is on track to secure a second term as Director-General ...

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Nigerians Celebrate As Okonjo-Iweala Gets Second Term As WTO DG (The Source)

Nigerians are in a celebratory mood, as one of their own, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has swept into office for a second term as the Director General.

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WTO Confirms Okonjo-Iweala As Sole Candidate For Director ... (Gatekeepers News)

World Trade Organisation (WTO) has confirmed Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala as sole candidate for director-general.

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Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is the only sole candidate for WTO director ... (The Streetjournal)

The World Trade Organisation, WTO has confirmed Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the current director-general, as the sole candidate for the position.

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Okonjo-Iweala Emerges As Sole Candidate For WTO DG Position (Forefront Magazine)

Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala from Nigeria has emerged as the sole candidate for the top position of Director General at the World Trade Organisation (WTO).

Incumbent WTO Director-General is Sole Candidate for Another ... (Red River Farm Network)

World Trade Organization Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala will serve another four-year term in the role when her current term ends at the end of August ...

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