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ECOWAS condemns terror attacks in Benin Republic

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The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has expressed its dissatisfaction with the recent violent attacks in the Northern Benin Republic that claimed dozens of lives.

The attacks occurred last Wednesday in the Point Trible area and were carried out by unidentified armed individuals.

The ECOWAS Commission in a statement on Sunday extended its condolences to the government, security forces, and people of Benin as well as to the families of soldiers who lost their lives in the line of duty.

The statement read: “The Commission of the Economic Community of West African States unequivocally condemns the heinous attacks in the Point Trible area by unidentified armed men on Wednesday, 8 January 2025, which resulted in dozens of casualties.

“The ECOWAS Commission expresses its deepest condolences to the government, security forces, and people of the Republic of Benin, as well as to the families of the brave soldiers who lost their lives protecting their country and wishes a speedy recovery to the injured.”

The ECOWAS also reaffirmed its commitment to combating terrorism in the region.

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It stressed the importance of its ongoing Counterterrorism Plan of Action.

The organisation urged member states to strengthen cooperation, particularly in intelligence sharing and border security to address the growing threat of terrorism.

It expressed solidarity with the government and people of Benin and reiterated its determination to support member states in ensuring the safety and security of citizens across West Africa.

“ECOWAS remains steadfast in its commitment to eradicate terrorism in West Africa, including through the ongoing operationalization of the Counterterrorism Plan of Action in all its forms.

“ECOWAS calls on all member states to intensify their cooperation in intelligence sharing and border security. ECOWAS expresses its full solidarity with the government and people of Benin.

“It reiterates its determination to accompany member states in their efforts to ensure the safety and security of Community citizens,” the statement added.

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