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ECOWAS Court Declares ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government Within Rights to Sanction Mali, Others after Military Intervention
ECOWAS Court Declares ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government Within Rights to Sanction Mali, Others after Military Intervention
…Dismisses Case Seeking Compensation for Loss as a Result of Sanction
By: Michael Mike
The ECOWAS Court of Justice, has delivered its judgment in the matter of Mr. Zadi Philipe v. The Authority of Heads of State and Government of ECOWAS & ECOWAS Commission, concerning a claim for damages arising from sanctions imposed on the Republic of Mali.
The Court, in its ruling on Friday, dismissed all the applicant’s claims finding that the application was not well-founded.
In his application, Mr. Zadi Philipe, a citizen of Côte d’Ivoire, alleged that the measures imposed on the Republic of Mali by ECOWAS at its 4th Extra-Ordinary Session on 9th January 2022, prevented him from returning to Abidjan as scheduled, causing him financial loss. He sought compensation for the damages incurred.
Despite being duly served, the respondents did not enter an appearance or defend the claim. As a result, the applicant sought a Judgment by Default, pursuant to Article 90 of the Rules of the Court and the latter declared that the application was not well-founded and dismissed all claims made by the applicant.
In the judgment delivered by Justice Sengu Mohamed Koroma, Judge Rapporteur, the Court established that it has jurisdiction under Article 9(1)(g) of the Supplementary Protocol on the Court, which grants it competence to hear cases seeking damages against a community institution for acts performed in an official capacity. The Court also held that the application was properly submitted and met the necessary procedural requirements under the Court’s Rules.
Deciding on the Merits of the Case, the Court examined whether the measures imposed by ECOWAS were arbitrary and whether they violated Community law. It found that the sanctions were taken within the framework of Article 77(3) of the Revised ECOWAS Treaty, which authorizes the Authority of Heads of State and Government to impose necessary measures
in response to a Member State’s non-compliance with its obligations.
Consequently, it declared that the application was not well-founded and dismissed all claims made by the Applicant.
The three-member panel of the Court were Honourable Justice Sengu Mohamed Koroma (presiding and judge rapporteur), Honourable Justice Dupe Atoki, (Panel member) and Honourable Justice Edward Amoako Asante (Panel member).
ECOWAS Court Declares ECOWAS Authority of Heads of State and Government Within Rights to Sanction Mali, Others after Military Intervention
Massive Bandit Attack in Kwara Police station, Leaves Police ASP Dead, Market Looted
By: Zagazola Makama
Armed bandits numbering about 200 stormed Babanla town in Kwara state on motorbikes at around 1:00 p.m. on Friday, killing a police officer and looting a local market.
Zagazola Makama gathered that the assailants, who fired sporadically, attacked the Babanla Police Station, where ASP Adejumo Wasiu attached to the ACPOL Offa was shot dead. His AK-47 rifle was taken by the attackers.
Sources said that the station was ransacked, though no additional arms were lost, as all other weapons were on charge at the time.
After the assault on the police facility, the gunmen moved to the town’s market, seizing large quantities of foodstuffs.
A joint force comprising military, police, vigilantes, and local hunters mobilized swiftly, repelling the attack and restoring order.
The number of civilian casualties remains unknown as at the time of filling this report
Massive Bandit Attack in Kwara Police station, Leaves Police ASP Dead, Market Looted
Eight Suspects Escape from Police Custody in Gona in Bauchi One Rearrested
By: Zagazola Makama
Police in Gona in Bauchi state are on a manhunt after eight suspects in custody for various offences escaped from their cell in the early hours of August 8, 2025.
Sources told Zagazola Makama that the incident occurred at about 12:20 a.m. on Saturday when the detainees broke out of their cell and forcefully opened the nearby exit door before fleeing to an unknown destination.
It was gathered that a rapid response patrol and divisional surveillance teams were deployed immediately. One of the escapees, identified as Abdullahi Haliru, has since been rearrested.
The sources said that authorities have circulated alerts to aid in the capture of the remaining fugitives
Eight Suspects Escape from Police Custody in Gona in Bauchi One Rearrested
Zulum Approves Establishment of Equipment Maintenance Unit
By: Our Reporter
Borno State Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the establishment of a dedicated Equipment Maintenance Unit to ensure the optimal use and maintenance of heavy equipment.
The Unit, which will be domiciled under the Governor’s Office, is designed to provide proper oversight and coordination of all heavy machinery owned by the state government.
This initiative aims to enhance operational efficiency, extend the lifespan of critical assets, and achieve significant cost savings.
In a statement, the Secretary to the State Government, Bukar Tijani, emphasised that the creation of the Unit aligns with the state’s ongoing development projects and recent procurement of heavy equipment.
“In line with ongoing development projects and the procurement of heavy equipment by Borno State Government, the Executive Governor, Prof. Babagana Umara Zulum, has approved the establishment of a dedicated Equipment Maintenance Unit placed directly under the Governor’s Office to ensure proper oversight and coordination, Tijani states.
“The creation of the unit is a strategic step toward effective management of the government’s heavy equipment assets which aligns with the governor’s commitment to transparency, efficiency, and sustainable development,” the statement adds.
The newly established Unit would be headed by a qualified engineer with relevant experience in heavy equipment maintenance and management.
Zulum Approves Establishment of Equipment Maintenance Unit
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