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  • Published on 05:23 GMT

    West Africa traditional rulers congratulate ECOWAS at 50

    The Paramount Ruler of Togbui Deguini Adela Akpaxlin/Clan of the Ancient Kingdom of Tado, and representative Coordinator of the Association of Traditional Rulers for Integration in West Africa (ATRIWA), His Eminence, Dèdè Félix W.Y. Eke-Metoho, has …

    Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Indeterminate
  • Published on 02:43 GMT

    ECOWAS DEVISES CONTINGENCY PLAN AMID EXIT OF MALI, NIGER & BURKINA FASO

    ECOWAS DEVISES CONTINGENCY PLAN AMID EXIT OF MALI, NIGER & BURKINA FASO As ECOWAS commemorates its 50th anniversary, the regional bloc’s Council of Ministers has begun deliberations in Accra on a contingency plan following the withdrawal of Mali, Niger …

    Source: GRTS - Gov't Propaganda
  • Published on Apr 23, 2025

    Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Leaders Launch the Celebrations of 50th Anniversary in Accra

    The Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) launches the beginig of activities to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the regional bloc today, April 22, 2025, in Accra, Ghana. Welcoming …

    Source: Africa.com - Center-left
  • Published on Apr 25, 2025

    ECOWAS @ 50: Tackling Challenges Facing West Africa? 

    Despite its ‘overarching’ achievements over the past 50 years (half a century) since its establishment, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the 12-member regional bloc, has undoubtedly multitude of noticeable challenges especially …

    Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral
  • Published on Apr 25, 2025

    Nigerian Foreign Affairs Minister Challenges ECOWAS to Accelerate Realisation of Single Currency

    By: Kebba AF Touray Madam Bionga Ojukwu, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Nigeria, has challenged the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to accelerate the realisation of a single currency for the region. Speaking on …

    Source: Foroyaa Newspaper - Indeterminate
  • Published on Apr 25, 2025

    Nigeria’s Geopolitical Crossroads: Leadership and the future of ECOWAS and African integration

    A Giant on Unsteady Ground For decades, Nigeria has been regarded as the giant of Africa, endowed with enormous economic potential, vast natural resources, demographic advantage, and a historical sense of pan-African responsibility. As the continent’s …

    Source: Premium Times - Neutral
  • Published on 08:37 GMT

    Burkina Faso grants new gold mining licence to Russian firm

    Burkina Faso's ruling military junta has granted a new gold mining licence to the Russian firm Nordgold, according to the minutes of a cabinet meeting seen by AFP on Friday. Gold production in Burkina Faso, which is moving closer to Russia …

    Source: Eye Witness News - Neutral
  • Published on Apr 25, 2025

    ECOWAS @ 50!

    ECOWAS member states have been called upon to renew their commitment to the regional bloc’s founding vision as the organisation marks its 50th anniversary. Addressing media on the sidelines of the special ECOWAS Council of Ministers meeting opening in …

    Source: Business and Financial Times - Pending
  • Published on Apr 25, 2025

    West Africa’s democracy requires open-heart surgery — ECOWAS...

    Dr. Abdel-Fatau Musah, the ECOWAS Commission's Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security, has stated that West Africa's liberal democracy is confronting deep-rooted issues and requires urgent structural adjustments to remain relevant. …

    Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
  • Published on Apr 24, 2025

    ECOWAS Condemns Benin Terror Attack, Urges Regional Security Collaboration

    The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has strongly condemned a deadly terrorist attack in Benin on April 17, 2025, which killed multiple civilians and left others injured. ‘ In a statement issued on Thursday, the bloc described the assault …

    Source: News Ghana - Indeterminate
  • Published on Apr 24, 2025

    ECOWAS seeks support for standby force after Benin attack

    ECOWAS has solicited the full support of member states for the operation of its regional counter-terrorism initiative, the ECOWAS Standby Force following the recent terrorist attack on Bénin Republic. ECOWAS President, Dr Omar Touray, made this known in a …

    Source: Punch - Indeterminate
  • Published on Apr 24, 2025

    ECOWAS condemns deadly terror attack in Benin, vows stronger regional security cooperation

    The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has strongly condemned the recent terrorist attack in the Republic of Benin, describing it as a cowardly assault aimed at destabilizing the region. The attack, which occurred on April 17, 2025, claimed …

    Source: Daily Post - Neutral
  • Published on Apr 24, 2025

    ECOWAS at 50: ATRIWA seeks traditional rulers’ inclusion in regional integration efforts

    The Association of Traditional Rulers for Integration in West Africa (ATRIWA) has congratulated the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) on its 50th anniversary, describing the bloc as a symbol of unity and development in the region. Félix …

    Source: The Cable - Neutral
  • Published on Apr 24, 2025

    ECOWAS At 50: Leaders renew commitment to security, integration

      The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has kicked off its 50th anniversary celebrations with a renewed commitment to deeper integration, prosperity, and stability in West Africa, highlighting the bloc’s unity and shared purpose since its …

    Source: TVC News Nigeria - Pro-Government
  • Published on Apr 24, 2025

    ECOWAS Launch $131bn, 25-Year Infrastructure Plan

    The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has unveiled an ambitious 25-year infrastructure master plan, valued at an estimated $131 billion, designed to spur investment, enhance trade, and improve interconnectivity across the sub-region. The …

    Source: Point Blank News - Pending
  • Published on Apr 24, 2025

    ECOWAS: Heads of States. . .

    The Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is expected to convene in June to consider the report on the contingency plans on the exit of the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). This follows a two- …

    Source: Ghana Districts - Pending
  • Published on Apr 25, 2025

    ECOWAS, Sterling Bank to support small businesses with $50 million

    Sterling Bank has entered a strategic partnership with the ECOWAS Bank for Investment and Development (EBID) to channel $50 million in long-term funding to Nigerian businesses across high-impact sectors. The Senior Unsecured Facility further strengthens …

    Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Indeterminate
  • Published on Apr 24, 2025

    ECOWAS at 50 faces a crisis of relevance and principles

    By the time ECOWAS celebrates its 50th anniversary on May 28, the West African regional bloc finds itself in the midst of a profound internal crisis. Once seen as a promising engine of regional integration and collective progress, the Economic Community of …

    Source: Modern Ghana - Neutral
  • Published on Apr 24, 2025

    GJA to seek justice for slain journalist Ahmed Suale at ECOWAS Court 

    By Issah Mohammed/Jibril Abdul Mumuni   Accra, April 23, GNA- The Ghana Journalists Association (GJA) has stated that it would pursue justice for slain investigative journalist Ahmed Hussein-Suale at the Economic Community of West African States ( …

    Source: Ghana News Agency - Pro-Government

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  • Published on April 22, 2025 - 13:16 GMT

    Malian FM describes Ukraine as ‘sponsor of terrorism’

    (MENAFN) Malian Foreign Minister Abdoulaye Diop has accused Ukraine of supporting terrorist groups in the Sahel region. Speaking at a press conference in Moscow following talks with his counterparts from Russia, Niger, and Burkina Faso, Diop claimed that …

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  • Published on April 22, 2025 - 13:17 GMT

    Diplomat claims decolonization present in African nation

    (MENAFN) Senegal is actively working toward full decolonization, including plans to abandon the France-backed CFA franc currency and reduce reliance on foreign military forces, according to Aminata Toure, the high representative of President Bassirou …

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