DNAAAL DG Congratulates Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on Reappointment as Director General of WTO

On behalf of the Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe Annual Award Lecture Powered by Zik of Africa Foundation, I am delighted to extend profound congratulations to Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on her reappointment as the Director General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) for a second term in office. This outstanding achievement underscores her remarkable leadership and strategic foresight in addressing global trade challenges.

The Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe Annual Award Lecture community celebrates this milestone as a momentous recognition of Dr. Okonjo-Iweala’s impactful tenure and dedication to promoting fairness in international trade. Her unopposed candidacy, finalized on November 8, reflects the overwhelming confidence placed in her by the 166 member nations of the WTO.

Dr. Okonjo-Iweala has been a trailblazer in advancing inclusive trade policies and fostering collaboration among nations. Her leadership has been instrumental in repositioning the WTO to address emerging economic realities and ensuring that trade serves as a catalyst for sustainable development across the globe. Just like Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala’s achievements have been great sources of pride and inspiration for Nigerians.

While we rejoice in her reappointment, we also urge Dr. Okonjo-Iweala to sustain her focus on leveraging the WTO platform to enhance global prosperity, strengthen economic inclusivity, and address disparities affecting vulnerable regions. We are confident that her renewed tenure will consolidate the progress made during her first term and introduce innovative approaches to achieving equitable economic growth.

Her success is a beacon of hope and an inspiration, particularly to emerging leaders from Africa and the global south. Dr. Okonjo-Iweala’s achievements resonate with the values of resilience, excellence, and integrity that the Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe Annual Award Lecture stands to uphold.

As she embarks on this renewed mandate, we assure her of our unwavering support and prayers. We trust that her expertise and vision will continue to illuminate pathways toward a more balanced and prosperous global trading system.

Sincerely,

Hon. Chineme Onyeke
Director General
Dr. Nnamdi Azikiwe Annual Award Lecture
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