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From Okwe Obi, Abuja
The United Global Resolve for Peace (UGRFP) has called on the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) to set up anti-terrorism task force, to forestall coup d’etat.
UGRFP Chairman, Shalom Olaseni, in a statement yesterday noted that the plethora of coups in some African countries could be linked to the terrorism.
Olaswni said: “The United Global Resolve for Peace (UGRFP) remains steadfast in its call for the establishment of the ECOWAS Anti-terrorism Task Force, and recent events, such as the joint withdrawal of Mali-Niger and Burkina Faso from ECOWAS, underscore the urgency of this initiative.
“Since 2017, UGRFP has tirelessly advocated for the creation of this task force, recognizing the escalating threat of terrorism across West African states.
“During a crucial meeting with the then-Parliament Speaker, Moustapha Cisse, UGRFP emphasized the imperative need for immediate action.
“The rising instances of coups in West African states are intrinsically linked to the pervasive terrorism in these nations.
“Governments and military agencies have struggled to effectively counter these threats, necessitating the establishment of a proactive and permanent ECOWAS Anti-terrorism Task Force.
“Terrorist networks have forged trans West Africa alliances, underscoring the need for a collaborative approach. UGRFP emphasizes that this task force should not only be raised reactively during coups and unrest but should be a statutory entity, equipped to address the continuous and evolving challenges of terrorism.
“The proposed task force aims to eliminate safe harbors for terrorists across West Africa. By fostering regional cooperation, it seeks to bring enduring peace to the region, laying the foundation for economic growth and prosperity.
“UGRFP believes that only through the establishment of a robust and permanent ECOWAS Anti-terrorism Task Force can West African states collectively safeguard their citizens and secure a brighter future for the entire region.”
