Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala & Mo AbuduThe Director-General of the World Trade Organization Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala took to her X account to break this news to her followers and also congratulates Mo Abudu for being part of the recognition by Forbes, This is a big win for Nigeria and Africa at large.
About Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala WTO ImageNgozi Okonjo-Iweala is a Nigerian economist and international figure. Born on June 13, 1954, she has held prominent positions in both the Nigerian government and international organizations. Notably, she served as Nigeria's Finance Minister (2003-2006, 2011-2015) and briefly as the Foreign Affairs Minister in 2006.
Okonjo-Iweala played a key role in implementing economic reforms during her tenure, focusing on issues like corruption, public finance management, and debt relief.
Internationally, she became the first woman and the first African to be appointed as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2021.
Okonjo-Iweala is recognized for her advocacy of global trade as a tool for development and her commitment to addressing economic challenges, particularly in developing nations. Her leadership at the WTO reflects her dedication to fostering inclusive and fair trade practices on the global stage.
About Mo Abudu
Mo AbuduMo Abudu, born Mosunmola Abudu on September 11, 1964, is a Nigerian media mogul, entrepreneur, and philanthropist. She is renowned for her significant contributions to the Nigerian entertainment industry. Abudu is the founder and CEO of EbonyLife Media, a media and entertainment company that has played a crucial role in reshaping the African media landscape.
Under Abudu's leadership, EbonyLife Media has produced a variety of successful films, television shows, and digital content, contributing to the representation of African stories on the global stage. One of her notable achievements is the creation of "The Wedding Party," a highly successful Nigerian romantic comedy film.
Mo Abudu is recognized not only for her entrepreneurial success but also for breaking barriers as a woman in the media industry. She has received numerous awards and honors for her contributions to media and entertainment in Africa. Abudu continues to be a trailblazer, promoting diversity and excellence in storytelling within the African context.
Below is Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala post on X
Feel truly honored to be named one more time as one of the @Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women in the world. This will be the 7th time, starting in 2011. Congratulations to all the women on this list working hard to make a difference and to others working hard to change the world even if they are not on the list. Special congratulations to my younger sister @MoAbudu , great to have two Nigerian women on this list.
Feel truly honored to be named one more time as one of the @Forbes 100 Most Powerful Women in the world. This will be the 7th time, starting in 2011. Congratulations to all the women on this list working hard to make a difference and to others working hard to change the world…
— Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (@NOIweala) December 6, 2023
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