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World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by ceomike(m): 12:38pm On Mar 26, 2012
Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister for the Economy, Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has described her nomination by African leaders for the top job of the World Bank as ”an unforgettable honour.”

She also insisted that the opposition of the American government to her nomination would not dampen her spirit.

Mrs. Okonjo-Iweala, who was spoke at the National Convention of the Peoples Democratic Party at the Eagle Square, Abuja, weekend, thanked African leaders for their backing.

She said: “Sincerely, I feel honoured by the decision of African leaders to back me for the job and I believe that the final decision on who occupies the office would be beneficial to the global community.

“It is elating that across the continent, the leaders spoke with one voice, and their gesture is directed at me; I am eternally grateful to them all for their support.”

Asked if she felt her chances of getting the job were being threatened by the U.S- nominee for the job, the minister said the U.S. government’s stance merely confirmed her recognition as the right candidate for the office.

She said: “I am aware of the opposition by the American government, and I can tell you that rather than dampen my spirit, it further strengthens my belief in the fact that my candidature caught the attention of very influential nations, especially the United States of America.

“The most important thing to me here is the recognition by political and renowned academic leaders across the continent for the job, which would further give the continent a better position in global economic matters.“Even if eventually I don’t get the job, I still will feel honoured for being the target of a continental acceptance on a global matter that affects global economic growth.”

http://www.vanguardngr.com/2012/03/world-bank-top-job-im-the-right-candidate-okonjo-iweala/
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by BigB11(m): 1:23pm On Mar 26, 2012
I love this lady very much and without any doubt on mind she would fly high and make us proud. But I also doubt it if she would be elected as the final candidate, simply because of her Nigerian label.

The poor leadership structure, high level of corruption and the unbelivable/ unnecessary low standard of living in the country have changed the green white and green to black, black and black.
And this image remains the same until Nigerians are sensible enough to rescue this nation from the hands of greedy vultures, that call themselves leaders.

Unfortunately, this despicable image would be the main reason why Mrs Iweala would be rejected at the final minutes.

Even to get a $10 per hour job as a NIGERIAN in USA becomes a dream, all because of poor leadership and ridiculous images we have given ourselves all around the world.
So, it is not a terrible thing for Mrs Iweala to continue to dream.

It is up to all of us.

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Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by Callotti: 1:41pm On Mar 26, 2012
Don't take the US opposition too hard ma.
Obama is 'black' like you.
He does not wanno look like he is playing the 'race' card.
Goodluck ma.

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Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by MrGlobe(m): 1:47pm On Mar 26, 2012
It would amount to self deceit if anyone sincerely thinks madam will get the job against the US nominee. Nothing to be honored about ma.. You created the nomination for yourself by making sure to implement world bank beneficial policies in Nigeria

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Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by Seun(m): 4:06pm On Mar 26, 2012
I thought she said she was "not seeking" the role?
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by Mowire: 4:19pm On Mar 26, 2012
Seun: I thought she said she was "not seeking" the role?

Well. Ask me o?
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by Omen100(m): 4:23pm On Mar 26, 2012
Seun: I thought she said she was "not seeking" the role?

if you ask me, now who i go ask? angry angry angry angry
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by onyewec3: 4:24pm On Mar 26, 2012
Mr. Globe:
It would amount to self deceit if anyone sincerely thinks madam will get the job against the US nominee. Nothing to be honored about ma.. You created the nomination for yourself by making sure to implement world bank beneficial policies in Nigeria

Mr, how did she create d nomination herself.u guys shuld not think everybody in this forum is illiterate like you.dont you think for her name to have gone that far as getting support from south Africa and other african countries speaks volume about her personality.if u dont wish her well, nobody will wishj you well
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by onyewec3: 4:26pm On Mar 26, 2012
Seun: I thought she said she was "not seeking" the role?

you ''thought''..thats rather conditional,meaning you have no fact as to whether she aspired for the role or not.i follow her on twitter and she has never declined ever wanting to assume such top-notch job......so stop speculating
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by cantell(m): 4:28pm On Mar 26, 2012
onyewec3:

you ''thought''..thats rather conditional,meaning you have no fact as to whether she aspired for the role or not.i follow her on twitter and she has never declined ever wanting to assume such top-notch job......so stop speculating
Lol. Bros you go mind how you dey talk to ya oga.grin
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by Igwe9(m): 4:29pm On Mar 26, 2012
Mowire:

Well. Ask me o?
Seun: I thought she said she was "not seeking" the role?
She was nominated for the position which beside you two, knows by every other person here and definitely must had prompted this statement of hers
“The most important thing to me here is the recognition by political and renowned academic leaders across the continent for the job, which would further give the continent a better position in global economic matters.“Even if eventually I don’t get the job, I still will feel honoured for being the target of a continental acceptance on a global matter that affects global economic growth.”
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by Nobody: 4:47pm On Mar 26, 2012
Seun: I thought she said she was "not seeking" the role?

Suen When did she ever said that, hey I hope you r not trying to be a bigot here because there will be mass-exodus from this ur site, starting from me and all IGBOS will follow suit ok undecided
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by Nobody: 4:52pm On Mar 26, 2012
cantell:
Lol. Bros you go mind how you dey talk to ya oga.grin

Shattap EWU, whose Oga, we feed him, i mean we made him, I mean we IGBOS in NL made him, how many Yorubas are in this forum and i bet you if he was IGBO you will not see any Yoruba here let alone spend hour here. Make i no vex oooo angry angry angry
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by kutchs: 4:55pm On Mar 26, 2012
Is she eminently qualified for the job? Yes, will she win? Hard to say but at least getting the recognition of top academics nd financial gurus is enough testament to her worth. Go ahead nne you have nothing to lose.
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by emisun(m): 5:07pm On Mar 26, 2012
why does this lady keep making frontpage?damn....she is part of the system that has reduced this country to what it is today and has continued to be.
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by Cine(m): 5:12pm On Mar 26, 2012
Is she eminently qualified for the job? Yes, will she win? Hard to say but at least getting the recognition of top academics nd financial gurus is enough testament to her worth. Go ahead nne you have nothing to lose.

It's not hard to say if she'll win or not. It's a question of if the American Government wants her in the position (and they don't they want their own guy and always have had an American running the Bank).

Yes it's the World Bank (an International organisation), but America invests the most money therefore America has the most votes. It's very much American controlled.

IMF is a world organisation that very much European controlled....

To cut things short, Western countries like to be in control of the World market so I don't see them giving up any kind of power too soon.
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by bunmioguns(m): 5:18pm On Mar 26, 2012
kayci_d77:

Shattap EWU, whose Oga, we feed him, i mean we made him, I mean we IGBOS in NL made him, how many Yorubas are in this forum and i bet you if he was IGBO you will not see any Yoruba here let alone spend hour here. Make i no vex oooo angry angry angry


your comment above shows dt you are still a kid dts still being spoon feed

SMH . . . .
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by strangerf: 5:24pm On Mar 26, 2012
Seun: I thought she said she was "not seeking" the role?

seek·ing

Definition of SEEK

transitive verb
1
: to resort to : go to
2
a : to go in search of : look for
b : to try to discover
3
: to ask for : request <seeks advice>
4
: to try to acquire or gain : aim at <seek fame>
5
: to make an attempt : try —used with to and an infinitive <governments…seek to keep the bulk of their people contented — D. M. Potter>
intransitive verb
1
: to make a search or inquiry


THE MORE YOU LEARN THE MORE YOU KNOW
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by 1025: 5:35pm On Mar 26, 2012
like her oga jonathan fail woefully at the ecowas election, i wish her the same. i used to respect this woman until she join these criminals called pdp for the second time. the last straw that broke the camel's back was her involvement in the removal of fuel subsidy leaving behind her corrupt colleagues in govt.
she will not, shall not and must not win. charity they say, begins at home. what has she done to help the poor masses of her country? how many corrupt officials has she exposed here in nigeria?
world bank please look elsewhere for that position before this woman introduce her experience from pdp to destroy all you have laboured for. i don't trust any nigerian with that sensitive position and not the one that is serving under this very corrupt govt of pdp and jonathan.
how can the world leaders be mad enough to choose someone from a dark country above other countries of the world?
they have destroyed nigeria and will do same if they have their ways in the world bank.
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by Nobody: 5:38pm On Mar 26, 2012
Please, peep this post and tell us how you really feel. Don't forget to vote as well.

https://www.nairaland.com/900383/if-youre-sick-tired-e-wars
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by GboyegaD(m): 5:40pm On Mar 26, 2012
“The most important thing to me here is the recognition by political and renowned academic leaders across the continent for the job, which would further give the continent a better position in global economic matters.“Even if eventually I don’t get the job, I still will feel honoured for being the target of a continental acceptance on a global matter that affects global economic growth.”

This is the most important part to me. She has just confirmed to me her reasoning if African political leaders whom are characterised with heavy corruption and who's economies are not doing so well are her renowned leaders then she is set to rule World bank the way she's done to Nigeria by throwing us into deeper state of poverty and yet expects to be acclaimed the economic messiah.
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by begwong: 5:41pm On Mar 26, 2012
kayci_d77:

Suen When did she ever said that, hey I hope you r not trying to be a bigot here because there will be mass-exodus from this ur site, starting from me and all IGBOS will follow suit ok undecided
how do you know the igbos are the dominant members here when majority of members here are Boko haramist!
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by Seun(m): 5:46pm On Mar 26, 2012
http://www.vanguardngr.com/2012/03/okonjo-iweala-denies-seeking-world-banks-top-job/
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by Raphtop(m): 5:53pm On Mar 26, 2012
ceomike:

http://www.vanguardngr.com/2012/03/world-bank-top-job-im-the-right-candidate-okonjo-iweala/
Mrs. Okonjo-Iweala, WHO WAS
SPOKE at the National
Convention of the Peoples
Democratic Party at the Eagle
Square, Abuja, weekend,
thanked African leaders for
their backing.
TYPE 1
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by iiiyyyk(m): 6:13pm On Mar 26, 2012
thank GOd at least a Nigerian can be nomited for such exalted global office.

Ngoo you have made your make in nigeria and the world as whole. we understand international politics, even if you din't get the position, it is an outstanding honour to be mentioned among global economic brains.
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by Richardid: 7:04pm On Mar 26, 2012
What recognition are we talking about here. She was recognised by corrupt African leaders wherf she had gone to play the script of her master(world bank) to fund ailing europe at the expence of afri2n countries. The latest being her own country, nigeria during the fuel subsidy removal. I was surprised to see that she cannot reconcile simple figures during the fuel subsidy removal rage. Does world bank reward mediocrity.
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by kasonud(m): 7:04pm On Mar 26, 2012
kayci_d77:

Shattap EWU, whose Oga, we feed him, i mean we made him, I mean we IGBOS in NL made him, how many Yorubas are in this forum and i bet you if he was IGBO you will not see any Yoruba here let alone spend hour here. Make i no vex oooo angry angry angry
GBAM! Aturu them.
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by nijanigga: 7:33pm On Mar 26, 2012
Read some of the comments regarding NOI's nomination.
Source: http://www.reuters.com/article/comments/idUSBRE82P07520120326
Sun, Mar 25 2012Okonjo-Iweala: World Bank must mirror global shift
Comments (7)scythe wrote:
nigeria – hardly a recommendation for community consensus (moslem vs. christian) or financial propriety (oil, corruption and other disasters)

this candidate has enough to do at home

Mar 26, 2012 3:22am EDT -- Report as abuse
Lord_Foxdrake wrote:
“- and they need to be given a voice in running things”

SCREW YOU!

Mar 26, 2012 4:14am EDT -- Report as abuse
Ocala123456789 wrote:
corrupt countries can not run world bank… finance minister of nigeria… she has some balls… first fix your own country and then try to fix others… if they can not fix poverty in your own country which is oil rich… world bank can not fix it… we should abolish world bank also… instead of having this much bureaucracy provide micro financing to people of these countries maybe they can save themselves… classical top down savior approach will never work… only communists and socialists believe government will fix all their problems… what a sad illusion or delusion…

Mar 26, 2012 10:15am EDT -- Report as abuse
diluded0000 wrote:
Scythe, Foxdrake, Ocala, I’m glad to see you support Obama on this, but from the brief bios presented in the article would disagree. I think Okonjo-Iweala’s first hand experience at fighting corruption in Nigeria, and knowledge of the internals of the World Bank, make her more well qualified for the job.

Mar 26, 2012 12:10pm EDT -- Report as abuse
RNB71 wrote:
I understand the EM countries wanting to participate, and they should. However…it is very clear when you look at World Bank donors, where the money is coming from. So it seems natural to me that the US would lead the institution. By far, the top 10 donors provide the bulk of the funding and even within the top 10, the US provides 10X the amount that Australia donates (2010 data).

Will emerging countries “lose interest”? I am skeptical…

Mar 26, 2012 12:35pm EDT -- Report as abuse
JLWR wrote:
Although Okonjo-Iweala is not the ideal candidate for the job, I do believe America must learn that American hegemony cannot last forever. We still have the largest voting bloc in the World Bank, but that does not mean we also have the power to deceide who each president of the World Bank is going to be. While the third world was racing to become the first world, we were more a dictatorship in that regard. However, it is time for America to learn the very painful lesson that we are not the only world power and we must take a seat with about 10 other major players and dozens of new players and allow some of the newly arrive countires meeting first world standards an opportunity to lead. A classy act by the USA would be to allow a newly emerged but peaceful nation to have an opportunity to become the new President of the World Bank. We need to start demonstrating/practicing what we preach.

Mar 26, 2012 12:47pm EDT -- Report as abuse
searider wrote:
When candidates from emerging economies can show that their economies contribute equally to the World Bank, I think they should be given equal opportunity to lead. However, at the present time, the World Bank is supported by a few major economies (USA) who donate the bulk of the funds. For this reason, those economise have the right to decide upon who will lead
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by member479760: 8:55pm On Mar 26, 2012
very good she preferred to dump the so called serving my beloved country to world bank job as if she is gonna make any decision besides what they ask her to say. This is how she love her country, definitely, she is a betrayal just like her father. i doubt if a northerner is in that position serving his country will want to leave for something else.

They will continue to betray this country. co-ck s-ucker!
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by emsquare(m): 9:00pm On Mar 26, 2012
Callotti: Don't take the US opposition to hard ma.
Obama is 'black' like you.
He does not wanno look like he is playing the 'race' card.
Goodluck ma.

Word!
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by Enosa1(m): 10:08pm On Mar 26, 2012
Good luck madam
Re: World Bank Job: Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala Is "Honoured" by antartica(m): 10:18pm On Mar 26, 2012
What is there to be honored about being a puppet for the master race,uncle sam?

It is time africa begin to create her own banks,her own monies and her own monetary policies and stop being dumb,backward and trashy.

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