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Published on Jan 30, 2025

Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger officially withdraw from ECOWAS

Burkina Faso, the Republic of Mali, and the Republic of Niger have officially withdrawn from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) following a formal notice issued on Wednesday. Despite the pull-out, ECOWAS has urged its members to keep …

Source: TVC News Nigeria - Pro-Government
Published on Jan 30, 2025

ECOWAS keeps ‘doors open’ for Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger as withdrawal becomes effective

By Haddy Touray The withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) becomes effective on Wednesday, 29 January 2025, but the ECOWAS Authority says the doors of the regional body remain open to the …

Source: The Voice Gambia - Uncategorized
Published on Jan 30, 2025

Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger Exit ECOWAS: A Historic Shift in West African Politics

By zainab.joaque@awokonewspaper.sl Freetown, SIERRA LEONE – In a landmark move that reshapes West African geopolitics, Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger have officially severed ties with the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), effective January …

Source: Awoko Newspaper - Neutral
Published on Jan 29, 2025

ECOWAS formally loses members Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger

The Sahel states of Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger have officially withdrawn from regional economic bloc ECOWAS in the wake of decisions made a year ago, the multination body said on Wednesday. The withdrawal "has become effective today," ECOWAS …

Source: Deutsche Welle - Public Broadcaster
Published on Jan 29, 2025

Niger, Mali and Burkina Faso formally leave ECOWAS

People carry a sign in support of the Alliance of Sahel States (ASS) during a gathering to celebrate the withdrawal of Mali, Niger and Burkina Faso from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), in Niamey, on January 28, 2025. BOUREIMA HAMA …

Source: Le Monde - Center-left
Published on Jan 30, 2025

Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso Officially Exit ECOWAS

Source: Africa.com - Center-left
Published on Jan 30, 2025

Thousands rally as Burkina Faso, Niger, Mali exit ECOWAS

Thousands of people rallied Tuesday in Niger and Burkina Faso in support of the withdrawal of their countries from the Economic Community of West African States, ECOWAS, which is due to take effect today. Their imminent departure from the bloc, alongside …

Source: Daily Trust - Label Pending
Published on Jan 30, 2025

Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger formally exit ECOWAS

Source: Big News Network - Label Pending
Published on Jan 30, 2025

Withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, Niger from ECOWAS Effective Today After One Year Exit Notice

•Economic bloc leaves some membership benefits for the trio, including grants visa-free movement •Tuggar says exit will have consequences for West Africa’s security, economy, integration Michael Olugbode in Abuja The exit of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on Jan 29, 2025

Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso finalise withdrawal from ECOWAS

The military-led governments of Niger, Mali, and Burkina Faso have officially withdrawn from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) effective January 29,2025/ This marks the culmination of a year-long process that saw diplomatic efforts …

Source: Africa Feeds - Label Pending