Wolfowitz went in hollaring he would clean up the organization and process, ending favoritism, nepotism and cronyism. Sort of like someone saying he was a unifier, not a divider.

"Mr Wolfowitz has been mired in a controversy involving his handling of a pay package for his girlfriend.

"Mr Kellems, who had also worked with Mr Wolfowitz at the Pentagon, is expected to leave his post next week.

"Given the current environment surrounding the leadership of the World Bank, it is very difficult to be effective in helping to advance the mission of the institution," Mr Kellems said.

"I have tremendous respect and admiration for the Bank staff and management," he added."

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