person > Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala
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Four sailors kidnapped after their vessel was attacked off coast of Bayelsa state, International Maritime Bureau says.
Africa
Last Modified: 24 Dec 2012 23:12 GMT
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It is not clear if the motive behind the abduction of Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala's mother was political or ransom-seeking.
Africa
Last Modified: 10 Dec 2012 07:19 GMT
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Thieves puncture pipelines with farm tools, siphon oil into boats, and take it to risky makeshift refineries.
Features
Last Modified: 03 Aug 2012 15:42 GMT
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Jim Yong Kim's background means he is much more likely to change the status quo at the World Bank and bring reforms.
Opinion
Last Modified: 28 Apr 2012 14:15 GMT
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The governance of the world economy remains neoliberal and West-centric, and for this reason less than legitimate.
Opinion
Last Modified: 20 Apr 2012 15:15 GMT
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Selection of Korean-born Jim Yong Kim draws criticism from other candidates over alleged US dominance of powerful post.
Americas
Last Modified: 17 Apr 2012 05:01 GMT
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If elected, Nigeria's finance minister would be the first African, first black and first female to head the institution.
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As the World Bank is expected to select a new president, we discuss what challenges the institution is facing.
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Obama's nomination signals that it's time for a development professional to lead the organisation.
Opinion
Last Modified: 29 Mar 2012 08:38 GMT
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Obama's World Bank nomination of a relatively unknown but highly regarded health specialist has surprised experts.
Features
Last Modified: 24 Mar 2012 14:25 GMT
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