Dr. Okonjo-Iweala showcases Igbo Nigerian cultural dance at WTO Opening Day (video)

July 5, 2026 by AFRIPOL Leave a Comment

DG of World Trade Organization, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala and some Nigerian masquerades steal the show at the World Trade Organization open day

This woman is so proud of her culture. I have never seen a thing like this. Her dress, accent, behavior & dancing styles, all speak about the same thing- her belief & respect for her culture. I am so proud of her. pic.twitter.com/gtQp19hCJk
— Dr. Kenon (@drkenon2) July 5, 2026

Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala arrives at the World Trade Organization Open Day with Igbo masquerades and dancers.

Igbo Amaka!! pic.twitter.com/hse4672jm8
— Ifeoma Igbotic (@IfeomaIgbotic) July 5, 2026

Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala the current Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), brings an eye-opening excitment at the headquarter of Geneva, Switzerland by showcasing Igbo cultural dance with the masquerades. She dances with cultural group and shows that Africa never lacks in culture and tradition. see video. Dr. Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala proudly showcased Igbo Nigerian heritage at the WTO Open Day in Geneva. The Director-General energized the crowd by bringing out vibrant traditional dancers and masquerades, even joining in on the energetic cultural dance displays to celebrate her roots

Enjoy some lovely videos of Nigerian masquerade and dancers at the @wto Open Day. pic.twitter.com/rsc4gkylq5
— Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala (@NOIweala) July 5, 2026

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