Ministers from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) have met to review rising security threats and strategies for strengthening economic integration across the region.
The meeting focused on cross-border terrorism, banditry, and political instability affecting several member states. Ministers stressed the need for coordinated military responses and intelligence sharing.
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Economic integration, including trade harmonisation and free movement of goods and people, also featured prominently in discussions.
ECOWAS officials reaffirmed their commitment to regional cooperation, saying collective action remains critical to ensuring stability and economic resilience in West Africa.
The meeting ended with a renewed call for unity among member states in addressing shared challenges.
