Okonjo-Iweala’s sister wins 1st black female Physician Award

…Gov Okowa falicitates,calls them role model to girl-child

By Obinna Nnorom & Florence Kalu

Less than a week Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, took over as the Director-General of World Trade Organization (WTO) making her the first African and the first woman to  attain such hight in the world, her younger sister has also emergence the first black female Physician-of-the-Year in the United States of Amer­ica.

Dr Njide Okonjo-Udochi, the younger sister of Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, emerged Family Physician-of-the-Year 2021 in Maryland, United States, the first black woman to be so honoured with the prestigious award.

In a congratulatory message, the  Delta State Governor Ifeanyi Okowa said that the after the very recent humble elevation of Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, it was pleasing to hear that Okonjo-Udochi has also borough pride to the state and the country

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In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, to Okowa, Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba, the governor said Deltans and Nigerians were proud of the outstanding accomplishments of the Okonjo family of Ogwashi-Uku in the state.

While we are still celebrating the news of the appointment of your sister, Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, as Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), we are pleased to hear that you have been bestowed with the prestigious award as Physician-of-the-Year in the United States of Amer­ica.

“As Deltans and Nigerians, we are indeed very proud of the outstanding accomplishments recorded by you.

“You are a distinguished achiever and great role model for the girl-child.

“On behalf of the government and people of Delta, I congratulate you, an illustrous daughter of our state, Dr Njide Okonjo-Udochi, on your noble recognition in medical practice in a distant United States of Amer­ica.

“Your contributions to medical practice and care for COVID-19 patients are world-class and no doubt, earned you this coveted award.

“It is my prayer that God will guide and protect you as you continue to provide healthcare for the sick,” the Governor stated..