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ECOWAS election observation mission chief commends Nigerians for commitment to democracy
The Head of the ECOWAS Election Observation Mission (EOM), former Ghanaian president John Kufuor has commended Nigerian voters for their enthusiasm and commitment to deepening democracy in their country, and by extension, the region. “Going by the orderliness exhibited … Continue reading
ECOWAS, other international observers confident in Nigeria’s electoral process
Head of the ECOWAS Election Observation Mission (EOM), former Ghanaian President John Kufuor and leaders of other international poll observers including those from the African Union (AU), the Commonwealth and the U.S. have expressed confidence in the ability and efforts … Continue reading
ECOWAS election observers enjoined to be diligent, meticulous in their task
Members of the 250-strong ECOWAS Election Observation Mission (EOM) have been charged to be “diligent, meticulous and uncompromising” in their task of monitoring Nigeria’s 28 March 2015 presidential elections. “Your task as election observers is very essential as it builds … Continue reading
ECOWAS election observation mission chief urges nigerians to put country first
The Head of the 250-member ECOWAS Election Observation Mission (EOM) for Nigeria’s 2015 general elections, former Ghanaian President John Kufuor has called on all political actors to put the country first to ensure free, fair and peaceful polls on March … Continue reading
Experts meet on regional infrastructure development projects
Regional experts are meeting in Lome, Togo on seven feasibility studies designed to fast-track infrastructure development in the ECOWAS region.The 17-27 March 2015 meetings, led by the ECOWAS Commissioner for Infrastructure Ebrima Njie is being attended by experts from various … Continue reading
ECOWAS chairman Mahama appeals for peaceful elections in Nigeria
The Chairman of the Authority of ECOWAS Heads of State and Government, Ghana’s President John Dramani Mahama has called for peaceful, free, fair and credible elections in Nigeria. “Nigeria’s safety and security is the safety and security of our region,” … Continue reading
Ministers advocate measures against negative Ebola impact on women in West Africa
ECOWAS Ministers in charge of Women Affairs and Gender have expressed total commitment to the complete eradication of the Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) in the region, through various measures including by alleviating the socio-economic, humanitarian, security and cultural consequences … Continue reading