The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has expressed gratitude to Nigerians and others who have sent messages of condolence following the death of her mother, Professor Kamene Okonjo, at the age of 96.
Okonjo-Iweala, in a post on Sunday, said the outpouring of sympathy and tributes had overwhelmed her and her family as they mourned the loss.
She thanked friends and followers for their support during the difficult period, acknowledging the comfort their messages had provided.
“Today, I have been overwhelmed with messages of condolences and tributes to my wonderful mother. I just want to thank all my friends and followers and let you know how appreciative my entire family and I are of your support,” she wrote.
The WTO chief also reflected on her mother’s life, expressing gratitude for the years they shared and describing her as someone who lived a quality life until the end.
“My mother lived a quality life till the end and we are very grateful we had her for so long. May her soul rest in perfect peace,” she added.
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Professor Kamene Okonjo was the matriarch of the Umu Obi Obahai Royal Family of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom in Delta State.
Her death was announced on Sunday by the Palace Secretary of Ogwashi-Uku, Chief Ifeakanachukwu Emordi, on behalf of the royal family.
Her passing marks a period of mourning for the family, including Okonjo-Iweala, who has received tributes and messages of sympathy following the loss.