Two Nigerian women, media mogul Mosunmola Abudu, popularly known as Mo Abudu and Director-General of the World Trade Organisation, Ngozi Okonji-Iweala, have been named among the 100 most powerful women in the world by Forbes.
Forbes, a US business magazine, explained that the list was compiled based on the women’s money, media, impact, and spheres of influence.
“The 2023 Power List was determined by four main metrics: money, impact, media and spheres of influence.
“Media mentions and social reach were analyzed for all. The result: 100 women who are shaping the policies, products, and political fights that define our world.”
Forbes ranked Mosunmola Abudu at number 98 and Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala at number 87 of the list of the world’s most powerful women.
This is an incredible honor for Okonjo-Iweala, whose leadership and work have played a pivotal role in shaping the global landscape.
Rihanna, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Kamala Harris, and Oprah Winfrey are also included on the list, making it a truly impressive list of influential and inspiring women.