Regional Sensitization Workshop on ECOWAS Protocols Held for Senior High and Tertiary Students in Ho
A Regional Sensitization Workshop on ECOWAS Protocols has been held in Ho under the theme “Empowering the Next Generation for Regional Integration.” The programme brought together senior high school and tertiary students from across the Volta Region to deepen their understanding of ECOWAS and its role in West Africa’s development.
The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) was established on 28th May 1975 in Lagos, Nigeria, when 15 West African countries signed a treaty to promote regional economic integration and cooperation. The original signatory countries were Burkina Faso, Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, The Gambia, Ghana, Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Liberia, Mali, Mauritania, Niger, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and Togo. Since its formation, ECOWAS has championed economic, political, and social integration among member states.
The vision of a peaceful, borderless, and prosperous West Africa can only be realized through the active participation and understanding of the youth. In line with this belief, the sensitization workshop in Ho aimed to empower the next generation with knowledge of ECOWAS protocols and foster a sense of belonging to the regional community.
Volta Regional Minister, Hon. James Gunu, in his welcome address, emphasized the vital role of young people in driving regional integration. He noted that the youth are the backbone of society, and their involvement in ECOWAS initiatives is crucial to achieving the region’s development goals.
Hon. Gunu encouraged the students to take full advantage of the workshop to gain a deeper understanding of ECOWAS and its projects in Ghana.
The ECOWAS Ambassador to Ghana, Ambassador Mohammed Lawal Gana, delivered an insightful presentation on ECOWAS and its various interventions in the country. He highlighted the progress the regional body has made in areas such as trade, agriculture, and infrastructure development.
The Ambassador also reiterated that the youth represent the future of West Africa, and their active engagement is essential for the success of regional integration efforts.
