Legendary Impact Award 2025 (Grand Honour)
Honoring Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
Director-General, World Trade Organization (WTO)
The Grand Honour is the highest and most prestigious category of the African Iconic Women Recognition Awards, a distinction reserved for only the most exceptional trailblazers whose influence has transformed nations and generations. This year marks a historic moment, as we present the Grand Honour for the very first time, celebrating a woman whose impact is nothing short of legendary.It is a tribute to women who have redefined leadership, shattered barriers, and left an indelible legacy of excellence, empowerment, and impact. It is a tribute to women who have redefined leadership, shattered barriers, and left an indelible legacy of excellence, empowerment, and impact.
This year, we proudly celebrate an extraordinary woman whose resilience, brilliance, and trailblazing achievements have reshaped the global economic landscape. Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, a visionary economist, policymaker, and reformer, has paved the way for a more inclusive and equitable world.
As the first woman and the first African to lead the World Trade Organization (WTO), Dr. Okonjo-Iweala has introduced bold reforms, strengthened global trade policies, and championed economic development for nations worldwide. Her decades-long commitment to public service, economic growth, and poverty alleviation has transformed lives and empowered countless individuals, particularly in emerging economies.
From her groundbreaking efforts as Nigeria’s Minister of Finance, where she spearheaded critical economic reforms, to her role in international development, she has continuously demonstrated unwavering dedication to global progress. Her leadership, intellect, and passion for sustainable development remain an inspiration to millions.
With profound admiration and gratitude, we bestow the Legendary Impact Award 2025 (Grand Honour) upon Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala—a true icon of excellence, a force of change, and a beacon of hope for future generations.
A leader, a visionary, a global legend.