Countries In ECOWAS.

The Economic Community Of West African States (ECOWAS) is considered one of the pillars of the African Economic Community, and was set up to foster the idea of collective self-sufficiency for its member states. As it is a trading union, it also create a single, large trading bloc through economic operation.

There are over 15 countries in ECOWAS and the headquarters of ECOWAS is located in Abuja, Nigeria. And the aim of ECOWAS is to promote co-operative and integration, leading to the establishment of an economic union in order to raise the living standard of its people and also enhance economic stability. It also aims to contribute to the development of the African continent.

In this article, I will tell you some things you need to know about ECOWAS and also the countries in ECOWAS. So just keep reading on.

ECOWAS Commission Condemn The Attempted Coup d’Etat In Niger

ECOWAS has received the news of an attempted coup d’Etat in Niger with shock and consternation. ECOEAS condemns the attempt to seize power by force and calls on the coup plotter to free the democratically- elected president of the republic immediately and without any condition.

ECOWAS and the international community will hold all those involved in the plot responsible for the security and safety of the president, his family members of the government and general public.

The Fundamental Principles Of ECOWAS.

The following are some of the principles of ECOWAS.

Recognize, promote and protect the people’s rights in accordance with the provisions of the African Charter on human rights.
Equality and inter-dependence of member state.
Inter state co-operation, harmonization of political and integration of programmes.
Peaceful settlement of disputes among member states, and promote a peaceful environment as a prerequisite for economic growth.
Equal distribution of the cost and benefits of economic co-operation.