Tag: Economic Community of West African States

Lack of funding and sharp political divisions have derailed the implementation of ECOWAS’ counter-terrorism plan.

The epicentre of global terrorism "has now conclusively shifted out of the Middle East and into the Central Sahel region," ...

The minister said technology innovation remained the engine of economic growth of any nation. Keywords: Nigeria

“There is no dirty fuel that we would encourage to come into Nigeria. And there is no dirty fuel being ...

Despite the progress made in the country, the new GIABA report, lists weaknesses in Nigeria's anti-money laundering measures.

“As you are all aware, our region is in the spotlight once again… this crucial meeting has been convened to ...

ECOWAS had, until Sunday, considered the situation in Niger Republic as an attempted coup.

Nigeria’s external relations have faced challenges both regionally and globally. Its influence within the Economic Community of West African States ...

Restoring a civilian government in Niger is important, but so too are the transitions in Burkina Faso, Mali and Guinea.

Legal reforms don’t guarantee stability – but step one in the transition is getting the process and content right for ...

Sanctions aren’t enough – the AU and states must tackle root causes, including electoral fraud and service delivery failure.

The conference, according to the organisers, was also aimed at sharing knowledge and best practices on the implementation of school ...

As intergovernmental organisations grapple with security problems, it’s time to review the African Peace and Security Architecture.

This week, the Bureau of African Affairs is focused on US engagement, challenges, and citizen-responsive governance in the key African ...

ECOWAS ordered the activation and deployment of its standby force to restore constitutional order in Niger.

Niger is one of the poorest countries in the world, a victim of a callous history and geography.

The Niger coup leaders blocked the American delegation from meeting with ousted President Mohamed Bazoum.

Some of the stranded drivers have spent three days at the Jibia border.

He is accompanied by the Sultan of Sokoto Muhammadu Abubakar who wields enormous influence among the Muslim community within and ...

Aptly managing the post-referendum period will be critical for transitional authorities.

The Chairman of ECOWAS and Nigeria’s President, Bola Tinubu, disclosed this to journalists after he met behind closed doors with ...

Acknowledging the coup attempt, the government described it as an anti-Republican movement which tried but failed to obtain the support ...

Mr Tinubu emerged at the recently concluded 63rd Ordinary Session of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of ...