The well known magazine, Forbes has named Nigeria former minister of finance now president, World Trade Organization (WTO) Dr. Ngozi Okonjo Iweala “2020, African of the year”. Ngozi according to her said “this award is dedicated to “fellow Africans”. She revealed this on her social media platforms. Read below what she wrote on her Facebook page:

Thrilled to be named Forbes Africa-CNBC ‘2020 African of the Year’ following in the footsteps of my great brothers Paul Kagame and Akin Adesina.

This award is for fellow Africans suffering the health and economic impact of #Covid19. The energy and resilience of Africans inspire me!

Congratulations to her