Bola Tinubu & Julius Maada Bio

Bola Tinubu: As President of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu inaugurated the new ECOWAS headquarters and called for a shift towards a production-driven economy for the region, reaffirming his commitment to regional integration and stability.

Julius Maada Bio: As Chairman of the ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government and President of Sierra Leone, Julius Maada Bio commended Bola Tinubu's leadership and emphasized the renewed commitment to the people of West Africa.

Bola Tinubu: As Nigeria's president, Tinubu led the call for condemnation of xenophobia and reaffirmed Nigeria's commitment to regional integration, enhancing his diplomatic standing.

Julius Maada Bio: As ECOWAS Chairman, Bio led the summit and advocated for strategic clarity and regional cooperation.

Bola Tinubu: Nigerian president supported Koroma's exile and medical treatment, playing a mediating role.

Julius Maada Bio: President Bio's government made the decision to drop charges, potentially easing political tensions.

Bola Tinubu: Previous ECOWAS chairman who called for economic transformation; his tenure ended earlier.

Julius Maada Bio: Outgoing chairman who completed his one-year term and handed over leadership to Faye.

Julius Maada Bio: Julius Maada Bio, President of Sierra Leone and chairperson of the Authority of ECOWAS Heads of State and Government, will officially commission the new headquarters later in the year.