The ECOWAS Council of Ministers has unanimously endorsed President John Dramani Mahama as the sole candidate from the region for the Chairpersonship of the African Union (AU) when the rotating chairmanship reaches West Africa in 2027.
The Council’s recommendation, made during its ninety-fifth ordinary session in Abuja, will be forwarded to the Authority of Heads of State and Government for adoption on Sunday, December 14, 2025.
In a statement issued on Friday, December 12, 2025, ECOWAS expressed gratitude to member states for supporting Ghana’s candidacy, highlighting the country’s contributions to the region and its international standing.
“Determined to work in a concerted manner to support the candidates of ECOWAS Member States or their nationals in international organizations, including the African Union, to ensure that the interests of ECOWAS continue to be promoted and protected.
“Desiring to adopt a common position for effective support and voting in favour of the election of the Republic of Ghana to the Chairmanship of the African Union in 2027,” part of the statement read.
The Council noted that the endorsement aligns with ECOWAS’ commitment to promoting the interests of the region in international and continental organisations.
It reaffirmed its determination to support candidates from member states to strengthen ECOWAS’ influence and presence in regional and global bodies, including the African Union.
The recommendation urges the Authority of Heads of State and Government to formally adopt the declaration supporting Ghana’s candidacy for the AU chairmanship in 2027.
