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My mother lived quality life till the end — Okonjo-Iweala


Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), has expressed her gratitude for the outpouring of condolences following the death of her mother, Professor Kamene Okonjo.

In a social media post on Sunday, Okonjo-Iweala acknowledged the messages of support and tributes to her late mother. “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 reflected on her mother’s life, stating, “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.”

Professor Kamene Okonjo, a prominent figure and matriarch of the Umu Obi Obahai Royal Family of Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom in Delta State, died at the age of 96. The announcement of her passing was made on Sunday by Chief Ifeakanachukwu Emordi, Palace Secretary of Ogwashi-Uku, on behalf of the royal family.

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