The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has officially confirmed the withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger from the regional bloc, effective Wednesday. “The withdrawal of Burkina Faso, the Republic of Mali and the Republic of Niger from ECOWAS has become effective today,” the statement read. “This message is necessary to avoid confusion… Continue reading ECOWAS Confirms Withdrawal of Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger From Organization