Benin Coup: Tinubu’s intervention backed by Constitution – Ex-lawmaker
A former Nigerian lawmaker has said President Bola Tinubu’s intervention following the attempted coup in the Republic of Benin is fully backed by the Nigerian Constitution. According to him, the president acted within his legal powers to protect regional stability and Nigeria’s national interest. The ex-lawmaker explained that the Constitution allows the president to take […]
Senate approves troops deployment to Benin Republic
The Nigerian Senate has approved the deployment of troops to the Benin Republic following a request from President Bola Tinubu. The decision is part of regional efforts to maintain peace and stop threats to democracy and security in West Africa. Lawmakers said the move aligns with Nigeria’s role under the ECOWAS security framework, which allows […]
Former President Jonathan Explains Why He Left Guinea Bissau On Ivorian Aircraft
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has clarified why he left Guinea Bissau aboard an aircraft provided by Côte d’Ivoire instead of one from Nigeria. The former president said both President Bola Tinubu and President Alassane Ouattara had planned to send planes for him, and he appreciated their quick support. Jonathan noted that the arrangement was made […]
ECOWAS appoints Osinbajo to lead team to monitor Côte d’Ivoire poll
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has appointed former Nigerian Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, to lead its Election Observation Mission for the upcoming presidential election in Côte d’Ivoire. According to a statement released by ECOWAS, the election is scheduled to take place on October 25, 2025, while the observation mission will be […]
INEC hosts ECONEC post-election mission to Nigeria
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) recently welcomed a high-level group from the ECOWAS Network of Electoral Commissions (ECONEC) to its office in Abuja. This visit was part of a follow-up mission after Nigeria’s 2023 general elections. The main goal of the meeting was to review how well Nigeria has followed the suggestions given by […]
ECOWAS, AU don’t have solutions to Africa’s problems – Primate Ayodele
The head of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has said that the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the African Union (AU) do not have the answers to Africa’s problems. In a message shared by his media aide, Osho Oluwatosin, the prophet said Africa is facing many challenges, but its leaders […]
ECOWAS to hold regional youth conference for joint socio-economic solutions in Senegal
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has shared its plan to organize a youth conference in Saly Portudal, Senegal. This event is meant to bring together young people across West Africa to work on common solutions for improving their economic, social, and political lives. According to ECOWAS’s Directorate of Communication, the conference is […]
Nigeria tops list of countries disregarding ECOWAS judgements – Falana
Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has called out Nigeria and other West African countries for not obeying the rulings of the ECOWAS Court. He says this shows that leaders in the region do not truly respect the rule of law. Falana made these comments after President Bola Tinubu praised ECOWAS at its 50th-anniversary celebration in […]
Akpabio urges ECOWAS Parliament to renew pledge to build United West Africa
At the opening of the 2025 ECOWAS Parliament session in Abuja, Nigerian Senate President Godswill Akpabio called on lawmakers to renew their promise to build a more united West Africa. Speaking under the theme “One Region, One Dream: Advancing the Promise of West Africa,” Akpabio encouraged leaders to recommit to creating a peaceful and prosperous […]
Inflation and global economic disruptions hindering ECOWAS single currency launch – Wale Edun
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has been working toward introducing a single currency, the Eco, to improve trade and economic stability in the region. However, the plan has faced multiple delays due to economic challenges. Nigeria’s Finance Minister, Wale Edun, recently explained that inflation and global economic disruptions are key obstacles preventing […]