West African leaders meet to discuss terrorism and instability

Leaders from across West Africa have gathered for the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) summit in Abuja to address pressing regional security challenges, including terrorism, political instability, and cross-border crime.

The two-day summit brings together heads of state, foreign ministers, and security experts to develop coordinated strategies for addressing threats to regional peace and stability. Key topics on the agenda include the ongoing security situation in the Sahel region and democratic transitions in several member states.

Sierra Leone's President emphasized the importance of regional cooperation and called for increased support for countries facing security challenges. The summit is expected to produce a comprehensive action plan for enhancing regional security coordination.