Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Reappointed WTO Director-General

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has been reappointed as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) for a second term, effective September 1, 2025. Her reappointment has garnered praise from Nigerian officials, including Minister of Women Affairs Imaan Sulaiman-Ibrahim, who hailed her as an inspiration for women and girls in Nigeria and beyond. Okonjo-Iweala expressed gratitude for the trust of the WTO General Council and committed to promoting trade as a means of improving global living standards. President Bola Tinubu also congratulated her, emphasizing the confidence the international community has in her leadership and Nigeria's continued support for her efforts. Her leadership is seen as crucial for navigating challenges posed by geopolitical tensions and trade disputes. Okonjo-Iweala's previous term included significant achievements, such as agreements on harmful fishing practices and COVID-19 vaccine patent waivers, but the path ahead remains uncertain amid ongoing global trade tensions.