Nigeria’s Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has officially secured a second term as Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO).
The 70 years old, who was a Minister under former President Olusegun Obasano, announced her intention to seek a second term in September.
Ambassador Petter Ølberg of Norway, chair of the General Council, had informed WTO members that no other nominations were received before the 8 November deadline.
WTO on its verified X page (formerly Twitter) on Friday, November 29 confirmed Okonjo-Iweala’s appointment. It said: “Breaking: the General Council has appointed Director-General @NOIweala for a second term, effective 1 September 2025. More details to follow.”
Her current tenure, which began in March 2021, is set to conclude in August 2025.
