During Bola Tinubu's brief leadership, ECOWAS encountered unprecedented challenges, including the exodus of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger under military rule. This departure diminished the organization's influence and readiness to tackle security threats, recognized by Tinubu at the recent summit in Abuja. He expressed concern over the slow establishment of the ECOWAS Standby Force, crucial for combating terrorism and organized crime in the region. Despite diplomatic efforts to bring back the three departing nations, they remain defiant about rejoining the bloc, which is emblematic of the region's fractured state.
The ECOWAS Standby Force must move from concept to operational reality. I am a little bit worried about the slow pace of its activation, which is taking longer than desired.
I have exhausted all diplomatic means to engage and dialogue with our brothers, but the three nations have ruled out any suggestions of rejoining the fold.
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