Ambassador Jainaba Jagne, Permanent Representative of The Gambia to the African Union and Chairperson of the African Union Peace and Security Council, highlighted the challenges facing Africa, stating, "The African continent is currently facing the scourges of terrorism and violent extremism, as well as the resurgence of unconstitutional changes of government."During a meeting in Abuja, Nigeria, between the Peace and Security Council of the African Union and the Mediation and Security Council of ECOWAS, Ambassador Jainaba Jagne emphasized the impact of these issues on... Read More »

24April 2024. Lomé, Togo - Adding to the efforts already undertaken at both national and regional level, the ECOWAS Regional Veterinary Committee continues to reflect, under the facilitation of the Regional Animal Health Center (RAHC), on the best approaches to accelerate the control and eradication of this scourge in the region by 2030.The 4th meeting of the ECOWAS Veterinary Committee held in Lomé (Togo), from 18 to 19 April 2024, provided an opportunity for the veterinary services of ECOWAS Member States, including Mauritania and Chad, to discuss the progress made,... Read More »

The ECOWAS Women Peace and Security Regional Steering Group for 2024 was officially launched in Abuja, with a focus on sustaining the momentum towards monitoring and reporting on the Women, Peace, and Security agenda in West Africa using the Continental Results Framework (CRF).Nigeria's commitment to women's leadership in peace and security was highlighted by H.E. Mrs. Barr. Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, the Honorable Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, who stated, "With robust national action plans and localized security resolutions, Nigeria is spearheading efforts... Read More »

Praia, April 24, 2024 – The ECOWAS Centre for Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (ECREEE) and the West African Science Service Centre on Climate Change and Adapted Land Use (WASCAL) came together to organize a regional capacity-building workshop on green hydrogen. The event, held in Praia on April 24 and 25, 2024, aimed to benefit Energy Directors from ECOWAS Member States.According to ECREEE, the regional strategy and action plans for green hydrogen emphasize the importance of enhancing the knowledge of various stakeholders. In response to this necessity, ECREEE took... Read More »

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has initiated a crucial workshop centered on the West African Epidemiology Network on Drug Use (WENDU) from April 23rd to 25th, 2024. The primary objective of the workshop is to validate the WENDU 2023 data and enhance regional responses to drug abuse challenges. Additionally, the workshop serves as a platform to reaffirm ECOWAS's dedication to monitoring and assisting Sierra Leone in tackling its drug abuse emergency related to the use of Kush.In her opening address, Dr Sintiki Tarfa Ugbe, Director of Humanitarian... Read More »

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) recently awarded prizes to young artists at the closing ceremony of the 13th Edition of the Marché des Arts du Spectacle d’Abidjan (MASA) 2024 in Côte d’Ivoire. The winners of the ECOWAS Prizes were recognized for their talent and creativity, with the aim of promoting cultural development in the region.H.E. Fanta Cisse, the Resident Representative of ECOWAS to Côte d’Ivoire, highlighted the organization's commitment to supporting cultural industries and fostering the professionalization of artists. She emphasized the... Read More »

The ECOWAS Commissioner for Human Development and Social Affairs, Professor Fatou SOW SARR, recently addressed the press at the Commission's Headquarters in Abuja, focusing on the organization's efforts in the humanitarian field and youth development. Professor SARR emphasized the importance of ECOWAS policies in these areas, stating that "each of the components works for the development of the Community through regional policies that take into account sectors such as gender, education, youth and humanitarian aid."Regarding humanitarian issues, the ECOWAS Commission has... Read More »

Abuja, Nigeria, April 18, 2024 – Approval of the evaluation process of the Yaoundé Code of Conduct and the maritime safety and security architecture of the Gulf of Guinea to mark the 10th anniversary of the said process was one of the key recommendations of the 4th annual meeting of the heads of institutions of the Interregional Coordination Centre (ICC) held on 18 April 2024 at the headquarters of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Commission in Abuja, Nigeria.The meeting, following a gathering of experts on 16 and 17 April 2024, served as a platform... Read More »

President Bola Tinubu has announced his approval of a Regional Coordinating Care Center with the Africa-CDC to be located in Nigeria. Read More »

Delegates held a three-day workshop to accelerate the standardization and simplification of customs procedures among the Economic Community of West African States' (ECOWAS) member states. Read More »

A technical workshop held recently in Ghana under the Improved and Facilitated Trade in West Africa Project was co-hosted by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the World Bank Group. Read More »

ECOWAS Commission Vice President Edward Singhatey has encouraged journalists from the West African region to be mindful of the link between stability, economic development and integration when reporting ECOWAS news and events across the region. Read More »

The Economic Community of West African States recently began a training program for reporters called “Get to Know ECOWAS” that will emphasize the role of the media in reporting the positive impact of ECOWAS integration activities to the citizens of West Africa.  Read More »

Senegal Minister for African Integration and Good Governance Khadim Diop has expressed his pleasure over the notable progress the ECOWAS has made this year in regional integration, democracy and economic development. Read More »

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Council of the Wise recently met regarding the draft Statute.  Read More »

The Economic Community of West African States has announced a partnership with the African Academy of Science, African Mathematical Union and UNESCO to support the development of mathematics in the region.  Read More »

The Manufacturing Association of Nigeria (MAN) has launched its Large Corporation Group, which is intended to focus on developing policy recommendations that will result in a beneficial economic and social climate.  Read More »

Nigerian e-commerce company Konga recently introduced a payment solution to make it easier for consumers to conduct transactions. Read More »

The Economic Community of West African States met Wednesday in Abuja, Nigeria for the 24th Ordinary Session of the Mediation and Security Council at the Ambassadorial level. Read More »

U.S. Ambassador to Nigeria James Entwistle announced Thursday that the U.S. will welcome 100 young Nigerians for this year's Mandela Washington Fellows program. Read More »