Tinubu Congratulates Dr. Ngozi-Okonjo Iweala on Reelection as WTO DG, Assures Her of Nigeria’s Utmost Support

President Tinubu congratulated Dr Okonjo Iweala on her reelection as WTO DG. He also assured her of Nigeria’s continued support to WTO’s mandate.

In a statement signed by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy, the president conveyed his goodwill to the newly re-elected WTO DG.

The statement read, “The Nigerian leader 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.

“President Tinubu is confident that her continued leadership will strengthen the international economic organization’s role as a critical pillar of inclusive global economic growth and good governance in the next four years.

“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.”

President Tinubu further assured Okonjo-Iweala of Nigeria’s steadfast support as she consolidates her bold reforms marked by a dedication to equitable global trade practices and tireless efforts to promote international cooperation.

It would be recalled that Dr. Okonjo Iweala was nominated for the position of WTO DG by President Buhari in 2020; she then went on to win the election in 2021, becoming the first woman and African to hold the position.