Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala refutes claims of receiving threat messages after meeting with Tinubu
Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, the Director General of the World Trade Organization, has refuted claims that she received threatening messages following her meeting with President Bola Tinubu in Abuja on Tuesday.
According to Punch, a statement released by her Media Adviser, Paul Nwabuikwu, revealed how she clarified that she did not make the alleged statement.
The false statement, which circulated widely on social media, falsely stated that she had been bombarded with toxic calls and messages after she met with Tinubu.
The fabricated message expressed shock at the content and tone of the communications, questioning the state of Nigeria and its citizens. It also mentioned Okonjo-Iweala’s role in bringing investors to the country using Tinubu’s policies as bait.
It further praised Tinubu’s reforms and expressed optimism for Nigeria’s future under his leadership. It concluded by stating that Okonjo-Iweala’s visit to Tinubu was solely motivated by her desire for the nation’s progress.
In response, Okonjo-Iweala clarified that her visit was not related to her role as director-general of the WTO. She emphasized that her conversation with President Tinubu focused on measures to improve job creation, women’s empowerment, and digital trade within Nigeria’s economy.
She reiterated her dedication to the welfare and progress of her country, dispelling any political motives attributed to her visit. She urged the public to disregard the false statement circulating on social media and emphasized that it did not represent her views.
This is to set the record straight and refute any false information spreading about her meeting with Tinubu. She aims to ensure transparency and maintain her commitment to the betterment of Nigeria’s economy and its citizens’ welfare.
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