(In Nigeria) Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Praises Tinubu’s Economic Stabilization, Calls for Growth and Job Creation

 

Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organization, has commended President Bola Tinubu’s administration for stabilizing Nigeria’s economy. Speaking after a meeting in Abuja on August 14, 2025, she praised Tinubu’s team for implementing reforms that have laid a foundation for stability, a crucial step before economic growth. However, she emphasized the need to shift focus toward expanding the economy and improving citizens’ welfare.

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Okonjo-Iweala highlighted the importance of robust social safety nets to alleviate hardships caused by recent reforms, particularly for vulnerable groups. She urged the government to prioritize job creation and policies that increase disposable income to build resilience against economic shocks. Additionally, she called for targeted support to ensure inclusive prosperity. Her comments have sparked widespread discussion on X, with Nigerians debating the balance between economic stability and sustainable growth.