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The ECOWAS Commission has hosted the 2025 edition of the Youth Creative Conference at its headquarters in Abuja, Nigeria.
The two-day event, held from 2 to 3 October 2025, was organised in partnership with the African Union (AU) and Nigeria’s Federal Ministry of Youth Development under the theme “Silencing the Guns.”
Delivering a goodwill message on behalf of Amb. Abdel-Fatau Musah, ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace and Security, Mr Piex Joseph Ahoba, Head of Small Arms, highlighted the crucial role of youth in sustaining peace and stability across the region.
“With over 60% of West Africa’s population under 25, young people are not only the future but also the present drivers of peace, democracy, and development,” he said.
The AU High Representative for Silencing the Guns, H.E. Dr Mohamed Ibn Chambas, who was the Special Guest of Honour, commended ECOWAS and the Government of Nigeria for their continuous commitment to peacebuilding.
He noted that the 2030 target of silencing the guns will remain unattainable without the active involvement of young people.
“The 2030 target of silencing the guns cannot be achieved without the meaningful participation of Africa’s youth, who must be seen as a strategic asset rather than a challenge,” Dr Chambas added.
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