President Bola Tinubu of Nigeria has called on leaders of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to draw inspiration from Ghana’s recent peaceful elections. Speaking at the 66th Ordinary Session of ECOWAS in Abuja, President Tinubu praised Ghana’s President Nana Akufo-Addo and the people of Ghana for the success of their presidential and parliamentary elections.
President Tinubu emphasized the importance of learning from Ghana’s good democratic practice and prioritizing national unity to ensure political stability in the region. He noted that despite challenges in some West African countries, the region has continued to record democratic gains.
Key Takeaways from President Tinubu’s Speech
- Democratic Maturity: President Tinubu praised Ghana’s recent elections as a model of democratic maturity and commitment to national unity.
- Regional Integration: He highlighted the progress made in regional integration, economic growth, conflict resolution, and counterterrorism efforts during his first term as ECOWAS Chair.
- Security and Prosperity: President Tinubu emphasized the importance of security and prosperity in the region, urging leaders to prioritize the plight of their citizens.
The President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr Omar Touray, commended Nigeria for paying its community levy in full, reflecting the country’s leadership and commitment under President Tinubu.
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