At a high-level forum in Abuja, participants have emphasized that Africa’s progress hinges on integrity, innovation, and accountability in governance.

Speaking at the Innovate Africa Conference held at the ECOWAS Secretariat, delegates from across West Africa warned that the continent’s development challenges will persist without a renewed commitment to ethical leadership and creative problem-solving.

The forum highlighted the need for youth empowerment, digital transformation, and transparent governance as key drivers of sustainable growth across Africa.