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At 67th ECOWAS Summit, Tinubu Seeks United Front Against Afro-phobic Attacks in S’Africa

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  • At the 67th ECOWAS Summit, President Tinubu advocated for a united stance against anti-African sentiment in South Africa.
  • He also called for stronger regional action against unconstitutional governments, and to advance security, trade, and a digital single market.
  • Tinubu assured Nigeria's commitment to implementing ECOWAS agreements for regional integration.

Nigerian President Bola Tinubu used the 67th ECOWAS Summit to call for a unified regional response to what he described as "Afro-phobic attacks" in South Africa. He urged member states to present a united front against such incidents.

Beyond the issue of xenophobia, Tinubu pressed for more robust regional action on several critical fronts. He specifically sought stronger collective measures to address unconstitutional changes of government, enhance security cooperation, boost trade relations, and establish a digital single market across West Africa.

Tinubu reaffirmed Nigeria's dedication to the successful implementation of ECOWAS agreements. He assured fellow leaders that Nigeria would support efforts aimed at strengthening regional integration and ensuring the future prosperity of the bloc. The summit aimed to foster greater cooperation and address pressing challenges facing the Economic Community of West African States.

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