Nigeria Facilitates ECOWAS-AES Talks in Dakar for Integration
Nigeria is spearheading discussions between the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the Alliance of Sahel States (AES) to strengthen regional cohesion and integration. The Nigerian Delegation, led by Ambassador Sola Enikanolaiye, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, is meeting in Dakar, Senegal.
According to a statement from Oluwafemi Adeniyi, Spokesman of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the primary goal of these discussions is to align the strategic positions of ECOWAS member States and facilitate structured talks with the AES. This engagement aims to address shared regional issues comprehensively.
The discussions are expected to culminate in a draft General Framework Agreement between ECOWAS and AES Member States, ahead of the upcoming Summit in Abuja in December 2026. Nigeria, as a founding member of ECOWAS, is committed to regional integration, peace, and security, ensuring that the exit of AES member states does not adversely affect cultural and geographical ties among West African countries.
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