Although ECOWAS has yet to receive direct official notification of the three Member States’ decision to leave from the Community, the authority “remains committed to finding a negotiated solution to the political impasse” in those nations.
The three nations announced their decision to exit ECOWAS with immediate effect on Sunday.
In a statement, the three African countries complained that ECOWAS “has drifted from the ideals of its founding fathers and the spirit of Pan-Africanism,” hence their decision.
In its communiqué, ECOWAS reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger to restore constitutional order, as directed by the Authority of Heads of State and Government.
ECOWAS emphasised the importance of Burkina Faso, Niger, and Mali as Community members.
These nations are now run by military that have seized control from civilian authorities.
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