ECOWAS Court kicks off 2024-2025 legal year

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The Community Court of Justice, ECOWAS, has resumed its activities for the 2024-2025 legal year, with 38 cases set for hearings by the end of September following a two-month judicial vacation.

According to a press release, the President of the Community Court, Justice Edward Amoako Asante, presiding over the session in Abuja, Nigeria, extended a warm welcome to the legal professionals and his colleagues, marking the beginning of the new legal year.

He emphasized the importance of the upcoming months, stating: “We acknowledge that there are significant cases and pending matters that will demand our attention in the coming months”.

According to Justice Asante, “the Court remains committed to addressing these diligently, in line with our mandate.”

“The ECOWAS Court of Justice remains steadfast in its commitment to promoting regional integration, justice, and respect for human rights across West Africa.”

The Community Court began its first session on September 24, 2024, with hearings for seven cases and is also scheduled the delivery of 20 judgments including rulings during this period.

Hauwa M.

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