Exit of Mali, Burkina Faso, and Niger from ECOWAS: A New Era?
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has approved the withdrawal of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso as member states, effective January 29, 2025. This decision was made during the 66th Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Commission Authority of Heads of State and Government in Abuja. The three countries will officially cease to be members, but they have a six-month transition period to reconsider their exit, from January 29 to July 29, 2025. If they choose to rejoin during this time, they will be welcomed back. This move aligns with Article 91 of the revised ECOWAS treaties, which emphasizes the sovereignty of member states. Joining us to discuss the implications of this decision is global affairs analyst Ejike Ekpa.
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