In a recent post on his X page, Mr. Peter Obi, expressed his admiration for two influential Nigerian women who have made significant strides on the global stage. Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, and Mo Abudu, a renowned media entrepreneur and philanthropist, were recently named among the ‘world’s 100 most powerful women in 2023’ by Forbes, a leading US business magazine.
Dr. Okonjo-Iweala was particularly highlighted as the Most Powerful Woman in Africa, according to the ranking. Mo Abudu also received recognition for her substantial contributions to media and entertainment in Africa and beyond.
Obi extended his congratulations to both women for their achievements and the global recognition they have received. As they continue to ascend the ladder of success, he urges them to persist in inspiring, motivating, and encouraging the younger generation to uphold the values of hard work and discipline. He believes that these values are key to achieving genuine and legitimate success in life.
Obi stated, “I just read an inspiring report of two Nigerian women; the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, @NOIweala and Media Entrepreneur and Philanthropist, @MoAbudu, who were named among the ‘world’s 100 most powerful women in 2023’ by the authoritative US business magazine, Forbes.
“While Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala stood out as the Most Powerful Woman in Africa, according to the ranking, Mo Abudu was also recognized for her significant impacts in Africa and beyond in the areas of media and entertainment.
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“I congratulate them for their achievements and this global recognition. As they climb higher on the ladder of success, I urge them to continue to inspire, motivate, and encourage the younger generation to embrace the values of hard work, and discipline, to achieve true and legitimate success in life, for in so doing, we will build the New Nigeria that we all desire.” Obi said.