- The organisation urged member states to intensify cooperation, particularly in intelligence sharing and border security
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has condemned the recent violent attacks in Northern Benin that left dozens dead.
Unidentified armed individuals carried out the assault on Wednesday in the Point Trible area. In a statement issued on Sunday, ECOWAS extended its condolences to the government, security forces, and people of Benin, as well as to the families of soldiers who lost their lives.
The regional body described the attacks as “heinous” and reiterated its commitment to combating terrorism in West Africa through its Counterterrorism Plan of Action.
“ECOWAS remains steadfast in its commitment to eradicate terrorism in West Africa, including through the ongoing operationalization of the Counterterrorism Plan of Action,” the statement read.
The organisation urged member states to intensify cooperation, particularly in intelligence sharing and border security, to address the growing threat of terrorism. It also expressed solidarity with Benin, pledging continued support to ensure the safety and security of citizens across the region.