ECOWAS Commission President, H.E Dr. Omar Alieu Touray Receives Letters Of Credence From Seven Newly Appointed Ambassadors.
By Ferdinand Olise
The President of the ECOWAS Commission, Dr. Omar Alieu Touray has received letters of Credence of seven newly appointed Ambassadors.
Dr. Touray received the letters at an official ceremony held on Thursday, 14th November, 2025 at the ECOWAS Headquarters in Abuja, marking a significant step in reinforcing diplomatic relations between ECOWAS and its International partners.
The new envoys representing Pakistan, Ethiopia, Greece, Spain, India, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO), and the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) pledged to support ECOWAS in key areas like peace efforts, trade. investment and human development.
In his address, President Touray welcomed the diplomats and stressed that ECOWAS remains open to genuine partnerships that deliver concrete benefits to the over 400 million citizens of the region. He highlighted the importance of joint action in addressing insecurity, economic shocks, climate vulnerabilities, and social challenges facing West Africa and the wider Sahel.
Reaffirming the Commission’s determination to work closely with its partners, Dr. Touray declared that “if we prioritize humanity, we can tackle global challenges more effectively.” He noted that ECOWAS is strengthening its institutions and frameworks to advance regional integration, promote stability, and drive inclusive growth.
