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This is the high point of a meeting between the ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security, Dr Abdel-Fatau Musah, and Ambassador Bankole Adeoye, AU Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security
The meeting underscored the deepening collaboration between the two regional bodies in advancing stability, governance, and security across Africa.
The high-level discussions between the two leaders came as Ambassador Adeoye celebrated his re-election, with Musah extending his congratulations.
Musah also reaffirmed ECOWAS’s commitment to working closely with the AU to address pressing security and governance challenges in the region.
Both leaders acknowledged the importance of strengthening institutional coordination and aligning their peace efforts for greater impact.
During the meeting, the commissioners identified key areas for enhanced cooperation, including the execution of joint technical missions to selected member states, increased engagement between the AU Peace and Security Council and the ECOWAS Mediation and Security Council, and the facilitation of direct consultations between their respective teams.
These measures aim to bolster existing peace initiatives and create a more unified front in tackling security threats and governance issues.
“This collaboration is crucial for addressing the complexities of peace and security in Africa. By working together, ECOWAS and the AU can build more resilient and coordinated responses to the challenges facing our region,” stated Ambassador Musah.
The agreement between the two bodies reflects their shared vision of a peaceful and prosperous Africa, driven by strong governance, proactive diplomacy, and conflict resolution mechanisms.
As both institutions continue to navigate evolving regional dynamics, their strengthened partnership signals a renewed commitment to fostering sustainable peace and stability in Africa.
The meeting is coming just a few days after the ECOWAS and the German International Cooperation Agency (GIZ) reaffirmed their commitment to ongoing regional development initiatives through a high-level meeting held at the ECOWAS Commission headquarters in Abuja.
Leading the ECOWAS delegation was Mr. Jérôme Boa, Director of External Relations, while Ms. Svenja Ossmann headed the German delegation.
The partnership between ECOWAS and GIZ spans multiple sectors, including economic development, governance, trade facilitation, environmental sustainability, and capacity building across West Africa.
Both parties acknowledged the progress made so far and emphasised the need to strengthen cooperation for more effective and sustainable project outcomes.
The discussions also touched on potential areas for expanding cooperation, including digital transformation, climate resilience, and enhanced support for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in the region.
As both institutions continue to work closely together, future engagements are expected to focus on refining strategies, mobilising resources, and ensuring that projects align with the developmental goals of ECOWAS member states.