64th Independence: Okonjo-Iweala lauds Nigerians entrepreneurial zeal despite hardship

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Commemorating Nigeria’s 64th Independence Anniversary, the Director-General of the World Trade Organization, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has lauded the nation’s resilience and entrepreneurial spirit amidst global challenges.

In a post on X.com on Tuesday, Okonjo-Iweala stated that despite the tough times facing Nigeria, Nigerians should appreciate being “one of the most interesting countries in the world.”

She wrote, “Though times are tough internationally and nationally, we should appreciate that we are from one of the most interesting countries in the world with some of the most exciting and entrepreneurial people in the world! I certainly appreciate and thank God for this!”

PUNCH reports that during his Independence Day broadcast, President Bola Tinubu stated on Tuesday that the economy was undergoing necessary reforms and retooling to serve the people better and more sustainably.

He further assured Nigerians that his administration was implementing measures to reduce the cost of living in the country.

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