13th June, 2024
By Salif Atojoko
President Bola Tinubu has commended the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, WTO Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala for being a worthy ambassador of Nigeria and exemplifying the grit, diligence, and brilliance that Nigerians are known for.
The President said this while extending his warm congratulations to Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in a 70th birthday message to the former Nigeria’s finance minister on Thursday.
Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Media, and Publicity, said in a statement on Thursday that the President rejoiced with the remarkable leader and her family on the momentous occasion.
“The President extols the former Minister of Finance for her service to the nation and efforts towards building resilient institutions.
“President Tinubu also commends the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation 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,” the statement read. (NAN)