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ECOWAS Opens New Abuja Headquarters to Journalists, Briefs Media on Excellence Awards
The ECOWAS Commission received journalists from its Member States at its new Abuja headquarters on 18 September 2026, where Director of Communications Joel AHOFODJI briefed them on the institution's structure and the upcoming ECOWAS Media Excellence Awards. Vice President H.E. Anthony Oluwatosin Ogunjimi also addressed the visiting journalists, who later toured the newly completed complex.
West African Politics
ECOWAS Commission and Community Court Leaders Pledge Closer Institutional Cooperation
The President of the ECOWAS Commission, H.E. General Birame Diop, and the President of the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice, Hon. Justice Ricardo Cláudio Monteiro Gonçalves, have reaffirmed their commitment to stronger cooperation among ECOWAS institutions, the rule of law and regional integration. The two leaders spoke during the Commission President's official visit to the Court in Abuja, where they called for closer collaboration among the Community's principal organs while preserving their respective mandates and independence.
Climate & Environment
ECOWAS Committee Reviews €17 Million Clean Cooking Drive for 750,000 West Africans
ECOWAS convened the second Steering Committee meeting for the Regional Clean Cooking Action in West Africa in Abuja on 18 September 2026. The €17 million programme, funded by the EU and the Netherlands, aims to reach 750,000 people with clean cooking solutions. Partners reviewed technical progress and discussed national ownership, gender equity and market development.
West African Politics
ECOWAS, UEMOA, CILSS Open Abidjan Water Session Before Regional Forum
ECOWAS, UEMOA and CILSS convened the 13th Ordinary Session of the Technical Experts Committee of the Permanent Framework for Coordination and Monitoring of Integrated Water Resources Management in Abidjan on 22 September 2026. Delegates reviewed the implementation of fourteen ministerial resolutions, noted two regional directives still awaiting publication, and prepared recommendations for the 6th Ministerial Monitoring Committee. The outcomes will feed into the First West Africa Regional Water Forum on 24-25 September 2026.
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View all UncategorizedJapan hands over 22 road machines to Burkina Faso in first delivery
Japan has handed over a first batch of 22 road maintenance machines to Burkina Faso, valued at over 3 billion FCFA. The equipment, received by Minister Mikaïlou Sidibé from Ambassador Nagashima Jun, is part of a project to improve road maintenance capabilities and support regional integration.
West African Politics
View all West African PoliticsECOWAS Competition Authority Closes First Annual Conference With Market Declaration
The ECOWAS Regional Competition Authority held its first Annual Conference in Bijilo, The Gambia, from 15 to 17 September 2026, drawing close to 300 participants from twelve Member States. The conference closed with a declaration presented by ERCA Executive Director Dr Simeon Konan Koffi, alongside remarks from ECOWAS Commissioner Dehpue Zuo and Gambian Trade Minister Mod K. Ceesay.
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Diamond Platnumz Returns with Playful New Single “Mtoto Kasimama”
Diamond Platnumz’s new single, "Mtoto Kasimama," is a high-energy Bongo Flava track that fuses traditional East African rhythms with modern pop, creating an instantly danceable, festive atmosphere. The song’s core value lies in its clever lyrical metaphor—translating to "The Child Stands"—which frames female allure and confidence as a magnetic, commanding presence, delivered through Platnumz’s signature smooth yet confident vocals. By blending playful romance with vibrant percussion and synth melodies, the track is engineered for broad commercial appeal, bridging cultural authenticity with global pop accessibility. The key takeaway is that this release is not just a song but a strategic celebration of attraction and charisma, designed to reinforce Platnumz’s dominance in the genre while inviting listeners into an uplifting, irresistible groove.
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