ECOWAS Urges Vigilance Against Diversion of Lawful Arms

ECOWAS warns against diversion of legally acquired arms in West Africa

ECOWAS warns member states about the grave danger of diverting legally acquired arms for illicit purposes, emphasizing effective stockpile management and n

ECOWAS urges vigilance against diversion of lawful arms

(ECOWAS) has called on member states to strengthen controls against the diversion of lawfully acquired arms into illicit use, warning

ECOWAS warns against diversion of legal arms

…As NCCSALW destroys 17,000 decommissioned weapons, 20,000 ammunition By Davies Iheamnachor PORT HARCOURT — The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has urged member states to remain vigilant against the diversion of lawfully acquired weapons and ammunition for illicit purposes. The Acting Head, Small Arms Division, ECOWAS, Mr Abayomi Adeomi, gave the warning during […]

“Weapons From Government Stockpiles Risk Falling Into Criminal Hands” — ECOWAS Warns Member States

The Economic Community of West African States has warned member states against the diversion of weapons and ammunition from legally authorised government stockpiles into the hands of criminals, terrorists and other unauthorised groups. The regional body said the diversion of lawfully acquired weapons for illicit purposes poses a serious threat to national security, conflict prevention […]

ECOWAS Warns Against Diversion of Legal Arms in West Africa

ECOWAS urges member states to prevent the diversion of legal weapons to illicit groups following the destruction of 17,000 decommissioned arms in Nigeria.