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Gowon ‘optimistic’ about ECOWAS future despite exit of Mali, Burkina Faso, Niger
Yakubu Gowon, the only surviving founding father of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), says he is ...
allAfrica.com on MSN23h
Mali: Why Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger's New Plan to Tackle Extremist Violence Is Likely to Fail
Analysis - The military-led nations of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger officially withdrew from the Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas) on January 29. They had announced their intention to ...
The Guardian Nigeria8h
Gusau Institute holds roundtable on the future of ECOWAS
The search for an enduring solution to the challenges facing the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) gained momentum ...
allAfrica.com on MSN21h
West Africa: France to Handover Last Military Base in Côte d'Ivoire As Retreat From West Africa Continues
France is preparing to hand Côte d'Ivoire back its only military base in the country in a ceremony on 20 February, further ...
Medafrica Times4h
ECOWAS faces uncertain future after three ex-members form new alliance
Formed in 1975 to promote economic integration and regional cooperation, ECOWAS has long been a pillar of political and economic authority in West Africa. The departure of these three Sahel countries ...
The Guardian Nigeria8h
Gold for Awam Amkpa’s the man died at Luxor African Filmfest
It was the accomplished filmmaker and member of The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Femi Odugbemi, who first broke the cheery ...