On 25 September 2025, in Parakou, Benin, Ambassador Amadou DIONGUE, ECOWAS Resident Representative, presided over the installation ceremony of the ECOWAS Club at the University of Parakou under the theme “ECOWAS in the Face of Integration Challenges: What Role for Youth?”.
The event brought together local authorities, academics, and several student and youth associations, reflecting a collective commitment to regional integration.
In his remarks, the Ambassador stressed that youth are at the heart of West Africa’s future and must play a key role in the integration process.
The Club, led by Ezékias BIAO, is positioned as a platform for reflection and action to promote the ideals of ECOWAS: solidarity, peace, integration, and sustainable development.
This installation marks the official launch of its activities and the effort to bring ECOWAS institutions closer to young citizens.
