Presented at the First Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Parliament, in Abuja On Saturday 24th May 2025 the 5th day of Plenary seatings of the First Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Parliament held in Abuja, Nigeria. Country reports were presented by Hon. Abiante Awaji-Inombek, Hon. Veronica K. Sesay and Hon. Alhagie S. Darbo for Federal Republic of Nigeria, Sierra Leone and The Gambia respectively. These reports highlighted key developments in political governance, security, human rights, health, socio-economic conditions, and progress toward the implementation of ECOWAS protocols and convergence criteria. Nigeria Hon. Abiante emphasized that Nigeria continues to make steady progress in promoting good governance and upholding the rule of law. He said that the country’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and inclusive development was underscored. He reiterated Nigeria’s firm belief in regional solidarity as a pillar of strength, affirming the nation’s readiness to work hand-in...