By Williams Anuku, Abuja
President Muhammadu Buhari has on behalf of the Federal Government and Nigerians felicitated with former Minister of Finance and Economy, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala on her election as Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, bringing joy and more honour to the country.
The President said he believes the new WTO Director-General would bring her track records in financial administration to bare in her mandate, to make the global community proud in the long run.
“As the Harvard-educated and renowned economist takes up another onerous task of service to the world and humanity, I believe her track record of integrity, diligence and passion for development will continue to yield positive results and rewards to mankind, “Buhari stated through his media aide, Garba Shehu.
The President also affirmed that Dr Okonjo-Iweala, who over the years set major records of economic reforms in Nigeria as Minister of Finance, and later Minister of Foreign Affairs, will excel in her new position and validate the global mandate of repositioning and strengthening the multilateral institution for the greater good of all.
The President joins family, friends and colleagues in wishing Dr Okonjo-Iweala well in her new endeavour.
