Tag: ECOWAS
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Ghanaian vs Nigerian Passport Strength: Viral Video Sparks Online Debate
Overview of the Viral Moment A recent viral video comparing the Ghanaian and Nigerian passports has stirred lively online conversations. The clip, shared across social media platforms, pits the two West African neighbors in a light-hearted rivalry that centers on visa-free access and travel ease. While fans of both countries joined in with humor and…
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West Africa’s democracy and the failed coup d’État in Benin: what it means for the region
Introduction: a fragile moment for West Africa’s democratic arc When reports surfaced on December 7 of a military coup attempt in Benin, they sent a jolt through West Africa’s slowly murring democratic landscape. Benin, often cited as a beacon of stability in a region troubled by coups and political volatility, found itself grappling with questions…
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West Africa’s democracy under pressure: Benin’s coup and the region’s trajectory
Context: Democracy in West Africa on a delicate balance West Africa has long presented a paradox: vibrant, participatory politics in places interwoven with periods of instability. For decades, many countries in the region have wrestled with coups, attempted overturns, and fragile transitions. Yet, over the last few years, a hopeful trend emerged in several capitals…
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ECOWAS backs John Mahama for African Union Chair: What this means for Africa’s leadership
Overview: ECOWAS Endorses Mahama for AU Chair The ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, the highest decision-making body of West Africa’s regional bloc, unanimously endorsed former Ghanaian President John Mahama as a candidate for the African Union (AU) Chairperson. This decisive move, announced after a brief, consensus-driven deliberation, positions Mahama as a leading…
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ECOWAS Unanimously Backs John Mahama for AU Chairmanship
ECOWAS Endorses John Mahama for AU Chairmanship In a show of unity, the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government unanimously endorsed former Ghanaian President John Mahama as the bloc’s candidate for the chairmanship of the African Union (AU). The decision, taken after a closed-door meeting, positions Mahama at the forefront of a regional…
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ECOWAS Unanimously Backs John Mahama for African Union Chair
ECOWAS Endorses John Mahama as AU Chair Candidate The ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government, the bloc’s highest decision-making body, has unanimously approved the candidature of former Ghanaian president John Mahama for the African Union (AU) Chairmanship. The move marks a significant milestone in the region’s bid to influence continental leadership and policy…
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Guinea-Bissau Presidential Race: Both Leader Candidates Claim Victory as Results Await
The presidential race in Guinea-Bissau has entered a tense phase as both the incumbent and the main challenger publicly claim victory, even though the national electoral commission has not yet released official results. The competing narratives reflect a deeply polarized political landscape in a country where the outcome of the vote will shape the direction…
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CSO Accuses ECOWAS President Touray of High-Handedness, Calls for Recall
Headline and Context A Nigerian civil society organization, Make A Difference Initiative (MADI), has leveled serious accusations against Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, the President of the ECOWAS Commission. MADI says Touray’s leadership style is high-handed and threatens the stability and functionality of the West African regional bloc. The call to recall comes amid growing tensions…
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CSO Alleges ECOWAS Leader Threatens Nigeria, Calls for Touray’s Recall
Overview of the Allegation A Nigerian civil society group, Make A Difference Initiative (MADI), has publicly accused Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, the President of the ECOWAS Commission, of high-handed conduct that the group says jeopardizes the stability and unity of the Economic Community of West African States. The accusation comes as tensions simmer around governance,…
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MADI Accuses ECOWAS President Touray of Threatening Nigeria, Calls for Recalling the Leader
Overview of the Allegation A Nigerian civil society group, Make A Difference Initiative (MADI), has levelled serious accusations against Dr. Omar Alieu Touray, the President of the ECOWAS Commission. MADI claims that Touray’s management style and unilateral decisions amount to high-handed conduct that could undermine the stability and cohesion of the Economic Community of West…