News Update; Focus on the development of West Africa and stop deliberations of troops to Nigeria – Movement tells ECOWAS.
The Save Ghana Movement has raised concerns about how leaders of the ECOWAS have been failing to tackle the challenges confronting the West African states but instead always finds it appropriate to deal with coup related issues in the sub region of which they manage.
For the Movement the ECOWAS leaders are completely failure in West Africa in guiding the continent, particularly by giving Africa’s struggles with sustenance.
The Save Ghana Movement is a neutral Ghanaian youth organization which aimed at helping and serving as a watch dog team in the struggle to transform of the country.
Speaking to the press in an interview, the Convener of the group, Mr Robert Andzie Ansah observed that the freedom and security of West Africa would depend on how ECOWAS would manage its affairs, instead of addressing the long standing developmental challenges of the region which seems to be steering Africa towards conflict.
This dilemma he noted, becomes all the more perplexing when comparing it to international instances, such as Russia’s actions in Ukraine, which, despite causing significant distress, have not provoked the same level of aggressive response from the powerful nations like the EU.
Andzie Ansah said the contrast stems from the fact that European countries, having thoroughly built their prosperity and stability over time, are wary of jeopardizing their hard-fought achievements through war.
This cautionary attitude is conspicuously absent when ECOWAS, despite the glaring historical lack of progress since the era of African independence, is now prioritizing thoughts of war rather than focusing on remedying the deep rooted problems that persist, the Convener stated.
He added that the prime example is the recent coup d’etat in Niger, which has prompted ECOWAS to consider military intervention.
This abrupt shift towards war raises questions about ECOWAS’ true motives and its commitment to Africa’s growth and welfare.
While global events, like the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine, have led to economic sanctions, they haven’t immediately escalated to full-scale war, showcasing how developed regions prioritize preserving their stability and gains.
Unfortunately, the narrative in West Africa tells a different story, he indicated.
Decades after gaining independence, the same challenges of underdevelopment, economic hardship, and lack of progress continue to plague the region.
This glaring lack of progress should be the focus of ECOWAS’ efforts, rather than entertaining the idea of conflict.
During Nana Addo Dankwah Akuffo Addo’s tenure as ECOWAS chairman, a coup in Guinea did not result in military intervention, however, the current ECOWAS chair, Nigerian President Bola Tinubu, seems to be leaning towards military action, which has raised alarms across the region, the group authoritatively asserted.
It’s crucial for leaders like Nana Addo Dankwah Akuffo Addo to recognize that their power stems from the people’s trust and support.
Ghana, for example, is not ready for the turmoil of war, especially considering the persisting infrastructural challenges, such as the lack of established railways connecting West African countries even after 60 years.
It’s baffling that such a dire situation has arisen, particularly when a revelation about the impending conflict was reportedly received by the founder of the Save Ghana Movement, Robert Andzie Ansah, three years ago.
With improved access to media today, it’s essential for voices like yours to shed light on these matters and encourage a shift towards constructive and sustainable solutions rather than the path of destruction.
The founder of the Save Ghana Movement Robert Andzie Ansah states that it takes a whole nation to build and one person to destroy.
