Nigerian business magnate and Africa's richest man, Aliko Dangote has thrown his weight behind former Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala in her bid to become the Director-General of the World Trade Organisation.

Dangote endorsed her on social media through his Twitter handle Monday morning.

Dangote said that the WTO needs the renowned skills and experience of Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala during “these challenging times”.

He added that her skill set will be needed, “to lead the organisation through identified obstacles and strengthen its position as the prime facilitator of international trade.”

Okonjo Iweala thanked Mr. Dangote for his endorsement stating, “As a globally acclaimed businessman your knowledge about WTO and your confidence in my ability to serve is much appreciated”

Okonjo-Iweala and a number of other candidates have presented themselves to the members of the global trade body in the hopes of securing the highest number of votes to succeed the current DG, Mr Roberto Azevêdo.

A vote for her by all is a step in the right direction. I fully endorse the candidature of @NOIweala to lead @WTO.(2/2)

— Aliko Dangote (@AlikoDangote) September 1, 2020