President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences to World Trade Organization (WTO) Director-General Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala following the passing of her mother, Professor Kamene Okonjo.
The late Professor Okonjo died at the age of 96. In his message, the Nigerian head of state offered words of comfort to Dr. Okonjo-Iweala and her family during this time of bereavement.
Dr. Okonjo-Iweala, who serves as the head of the WTO, is a prominent figure in global trade and development policy. Her mother’s death marks a significant personal loss for the Director-General.
The President’s gesture underscores the close ties between the Nigerian government and its distinguished citizens serving on the international stage. Such condolences are a standard diplomatic protocol in Nigeria for high-ranking officials and public figures.
<small>Source: Punch Nigeria — read the original story there.</small>