ECOWAS and the Drive for Economic Unity in West Africa

October 18, 2020

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ECOWAS

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) plays a crucial role in promoting regional integration, but the journey toward economic unity has been marked by challenges. Nigeria, as the region’s largest economy, exerts significant influence over ECOWAS policies, which can sometimes cause tension with smaller countries like Benin, Togo, and Liberia. For example, Nigeria’s border closure in 2019 disrupted regional trade, demonstrating the fragile nature of economic cooperation in the region.

Despite setbacks, ECOWAS remains committed to initiatives such as the introduction of a single currency, known as the Eco. However, the political instability in countries like Mali and Guinea complicates the path toward deeper economic unity. Progress will require political will, infrastructure development, and greater trust among member states to foster a stable environment for trade and investment.

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