Okonjo-Iweala Hails Nigeria's Economic Stability, Urges Tinubu to Focus on More Support for Citizens

The Director General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala has lauded President Bola Tinubu’s administration for stabilizing Nigeria’s economy through early reforms, describing the efforts as a step in the right direction.

Okonjo-Iweala revealed after a meeting with the President at the Presidential Villa, Abuja noting that economic stability is the foundation for progress, and credited Tinubu’s team for steering the nation away from turbulence.

“You cannot really improve an economy unless it’s stable,” the DG remarked, acknowledging that the reforms undertaken so far have set Nigeria on the path to recovery.

While praising the achievements in macroeconomic stability, she emphasized that the next phase must focus on driving growth and expanding opportunities for Nigerians. This includes strengthening social safety nets to cushion the impact of reforms on vulnerable citizens.

“We now need to grow the economy and put in place measures that help those feeling the pinch. This means creating jobs, increasing disposable income, and ensuring that economic gains are felt at the grassroots,” she stated.


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