AGS NEWS – The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has begun a comprehensive assessment of resilience and human security across its member states, with Nigeria being the first to participate in this critical evaluation. Funded by the European … Continue reading ECOWAS launches security assessments in Nigeria and other member states
The military leaders of Niger Republic have taken a significant step by reopening the nation’s airspace to all commercial flights, as reported by a spokesperson from the transport ministry on Monday, according to information provided by Reuters. This move comes … Continue reading Niger junta’s decision to reopen airspace eases ECOWAS pressure
Troops from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have reaffirmed their commitment to forming a standby force ready to intervene in Niger Republic if diplomatic efforts fail to reverse the recent coup and reinstate civilian rule. During a … Continue reading ECOWAS prepared to confront Niger junta if diplomacy talks fails
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has strongly condemned the killings of Nigerien soldiers in an attack carried out by suspected jihadist groups. The incident occurred near Niger’s western border with Mali, resulting in the tragic deaths of … Continue reading ECOWAS strongly condemns soldiers’ killings in Niger republic
President Bola Tinubu reaffirmed on Tuesday that the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) will not lift the sanctions imposed on the Niger junta, despite their expressed willingness to negotiate with the regional bloc to address the crisis in … Continue reading Niger Crisis Deepens: ECOWAS strengthens sanctions, junta presses for power supply
A significant gathering of coup supporters took place near a French military base in Niger, signaling escalating tensions just after West African leaders revealed plans to assemble a “standby” force aimed at reinstating the deposed leader. The ex-president’s deteriorating detention … Continue reading Coup supporters stage protest near French military base in Niger
In response to the coup in Niger Republic, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has introduced additional sanctions. Previously, the regional organization had issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Niger junta, demanding the reinstatement of President Mohamed Bazoum, … Continue reading ECOWAS implements additional sanctions on Niger
Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has cautioned the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) against using military force to restore democratic order in Niger Republic. In a statement he personally signed in Abuja, Atiku emphasized that the crisis in … Continue reading Niger Coup: Atiku cautions ECOWAS against military engagement
Senegal has expressed its willingness to participate in a potential military intervention by the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) in Niger following last week’s coup. Foreign Minister Aissata Tall Sall stated that there have been “one coup too … Continue reading Senegal promises to deploy its troops to support ECOWAS intervention in Niger
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Authority of Heads of State and Government has issued a seven-day ultimatum to the Niger Republic military, demanding the release and reinstatement of President Mohammed Bazoum as the legitimate Head of State. … Continue reading Niger coup plotters defy ECOWAS threat, refuse to reinstate Bazoum
Citizens Action for Good Governance (CAGG) has called on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the international community to impose sanctions on the leaders responsible for the recent military coup in Niger. While condemning the coup, CAGG … Continue reading Group urges ECOWAS and international community to impose sanctions on Niger coup plotters
The ECOWAS Court has ruled in favor of Sunday Ayodeji, who had his leg amputated after being shot by a police officer in Kaduna State, Nigeria. The Court has awarded him N60 million in damages and has instructed the Nigerian … Continue reading ECOWAS court directs Nigerian government to compensate gunshot victim with N60 million
President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has been elected as the Chairman of the Authority of Heads of State and Government of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS). Speaking during the 63rd Ordinary Session of the Authority in Guinea-Bissau, … Continue reading Tinubu elected as ECOWAS chairman, urges member states to unite against coups
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