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President Bola Tinubu and leaders from ECOWAS nations are currently convening in Abuja.
The 68th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government is being held at the State House Conference Centre in Abuja.
Among the West African leaders present at the meeting are President Julius Bio (Sierra Leone, ECOWAS Chair), President Patrice Talon (Benin), José Maria Neves (Cabo Verde), and Alassane Ouattara (Côte d’Ivoire).
Also in attendance are Adama Barrow (The Gambia), John Mahama (Ghana), Umaro Embaló (Guinea-Bissau), Joseph Boakai (Liberia), Bassirou Faye (Senegal), and Faure Gnassingbé (Togo).
This meeting occurs amidst five tumultuous years for West Africa, marked by coups in Mali (2020, 2021), Burkina Faso (twice in 2022), and Niger (2023).
The most recent events include an attempted coup in Benin on December 7, 2025, and escalating instability in Guinea-Bissau.
As of the time of this report, specific details regarding the discussions of the meeting have not yet been released.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the purpose of the ECOWAS meeting in Abuja?
The ECOWAS meeting aims to address regional challenges and promote stability among member states in West Africa.
Who are the key leaders attending the meeting?
Key leaders attending include President Bola Tinubu (Nigeria), President Julius Bio (Sierra Leone), President Patrice Talon (Benin), and several others from West African nations.
What recent events have impacted West Africa?
West Africa has recently experienced several coups, including in Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger, along with an attempted coup in Benin and ongoing instability in Guinea-Bissau.
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