The President of the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice, Edward Asante, has pledged the commitment of the Community Court to partner with the ECOWAS Parliament.
Asante made the commitment when the new Speaker of the ECOWAS Parliament, Memounatou Ibrahima paid him a courtesy visit at the Corporate headquarters of the court in Abuja, the Nigerian capital.
The President of the Community Court expressed the willingness of the court to partner with the regional legislative body to achieve regional goals as envisioned by the founding fathers of ECOWAS.
Asante said, ” this visit, coming right after her investiture, symbolizes the solidarity and mutual respect that have characterized our institutions over the past five years. We have consistently supported each other’s programs and initiatives, and today’s visit reinforces our commitment to continue this cooperation.”
He further highlighted the importance of continued collaboration between the two regional bodies particularly in the exchange of resources and expertise, such as interpreters and translators, to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of both institutions.
“We are ready to assist and support the Parliament in achieving this goal, as a strong and independent Parliament is essential for the enactment of robust laws that benefit our community and foster deeper integration,” he added.
On her part, Speaker of the Parliament, Memounatou Ibrahima, expressed her gratitude and reaffirmed the Parliament’s commitment to this collaborative spirit.
According to her, “We are confident of your support, particularly in capacity building for the Parliament, and in addressing the challenge of direct elections for ECOWAS deputies”, she said.
Both leaders added that their respective institutions have vital roles to play in fostering unity, promoting justice, and ensuring the prosperity of the West African region.
