Experts Gather in Abuja to Discuss Progress on Construction of ECOWAS Headquarters

On 2 July 2024, experts from ECOWAS Member States met at the ECOWAS Commission headquarters in Abuja to review the progress of the construction of the new ECOWAS headquarters.

The meeting, chaired by the representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria, Mr. Naha Francis Ako, was attended by key stakeholders such as the ECOWAS Commission Project Management Team, the Acting Director of Transport, Mr. Chris Appiah, and the Director of Administration and General Services, Mr. Seydou Kassory Bangoura, along with representatives of the Nigerian Government.

The meeting was to ensure that the project was progressing on schedule and to address any challenges.

It also involved examining the progress of the work on site and any obstacles that might arise to ensure its completion on schedule.

After the technical meeting, the participants made a field visit to the project headquarters to personally assess the progress of the work.

The agenda included a detailed presentation of the progress report, an on-site inspection and discussions on key recommendations to ensure the project proceeds as planned.

Additionally, participants watched a video presentation from the Chinese construction team, which provided an overview of the ongoing construction activities.

In his welcome address, the Director of Administration and General Services, Mr. Seydou Kassory Bangoura, highlighted the importance of the new headquarters, stating: “This meeting marks another important step in the realization of our dream of providing the commission with a modern and conducive working environment that will lead to improved productivity by all staff members and eliminate recurring expenses associated with office space.”

Acting Director of Transportation, Mr. Chris Appiah, in his opening remarks, highlighted the importance of the project, noting, “The importance of this project cannot be overstated as it represents a major milestone in our regional integration efforts.”

The representative of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Nigeria, Mr. Naha Francis Ako, stressed the importance of collective efforts, saying, “Let us work together to make this project a success and a proud legacy for our region.”

Mr. Ako further expressed the Nigerian government’s commitment to supporting the project: “The Nigerian government is committed to the successful completion of this project, which will be a testament to our collective efforts towards regional integration and development.”

The meeting concluded with the adoption of the report and an official closing ceremony.

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