The Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and Nigerian media mogul, Mosunmola Abudu, also known as Mo Abudu have been listed in 2023 “The World’s Most Powerful Women” on Forbes.
This prestigious recognition highlights their immense impact on the global stage and remarkable contributions to society.
Forbes, a renowned international business publication unveiled its annual list of the most powerful women in the world on Tuesday, with Okonjo-Iweala claiming the 87th spot and Mo Abudu 98th place.
This is the second consecutive year that Okonjo-Iweala has been ranked as the most powerful woman in the world. She was also ranked number 91 on Forbes’ World’s 100 Most Powerful Women list in 2022. While Mo Abudu had earlier been listed as Africa’s most powerful woman
Okonjo-Iweala is an economist and international development professional with over 30 years of experience working in Asia, Africa, Europe, Latin America, and North America. In March 2021, she became the first woman and African to serve as Director-General of the WTO.
Mo’ Abudu, a media mogul and philanthropist, has revolutionized the landscape of African storytelling through her groundbreaking media company, Ebony Life Media. Her visionary leadership has propelled Nollywood to new heights, producing captivating films that have captivated audiences worldwide. Her partnership with Netflix marked a significant milestone, becoming the first African media company to secure a multi-title film and TV agreement with the streaming giant.
The Forbes’ Most Powerful Women list is based on a number of factors, including wealth, influence, and impact.
The title of most powerful woman in the world for 2023 was awarded to the President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, who was recognised for impactful policy and budgetary decisions that have a significant impact on the lives of 450 million people across Europe.
The European Central Bank President, Christine Lagarde, claimed the second position, steering Europe’s monetary policy during a period of elevated inflation.
U.S. Vice President Kamala Harris secured the third position, with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni following closely in the fourth spot.
|The Guardian
