The former two-term Governor of Anambra State, Peter Obi, has joined a host of others to congratulate Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on her reappointment as the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) for a second term.
Saturday Telegraph had earlier reported that Okonjo-Iweala who was reappointed on Friday, November 29 is set to commence her second term in office on September 1, 2025.
Reacting to her reappointment on his verified X handle, Obi described Okonjo-Iweala as a symbol of excellence and an inspiration to Nigerians and the global community.
The economic expert commended her for her significant contributions to Nigeria’s development and her impressive record on the international stage.
“I am sincerely delighted at the reappointment of my very dear elder sister, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, as the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation for a second term.
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“Her admirable character, impressive resume, and a litany of achievements in public office stand her out as a competent leader for such a noble organisation,” Obi said.
Obi hailed Okonjo-Iweala as one of Nigeria’s “most valuable human capital exports to the world” and praised her as a “symbol of hard work and excellence.”
He expressed hope that her reappointment would continue to inspire younger generations and serve as a reminder of the importance of leadership rooted in character and competence.
He added, “Her rise to greatness through productive contribution to societal development stands as a lesson to us in Nigeria; first, as leaders, who must understand that leadership is a responsibility to care for the people; and then as a people, who must understand that our leadership recruitment process must be based on character, competence, capability, and integrity.”
Obi wished her success in her second tenure, stating, “As she is set to continue to pilot the affairs of this global organisation for another 4-year tenure, I wish her more health, strength, and wisdom to continue to stand for what is right.”
Okonjo-Iweala’s reappointment marks her continued leadership in international trade and her ongoing contributions to global development.
