‘A worthy ambassador of Nigeria,’ Tinubu hails Okonjo-Iweala in birthday message
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and President Tinubu
Published By: Ayorinde Oluokun
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.
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“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)
