In this video, we break down Ibrahim Traoré’s powerful speech explaining why the Sahel nations—Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger—decided to leave ECOWAS and form the Alliance of Sahel States (AES). Traoré highlights ECOWAS’s failures, including its inability to address terrorism and its influence by foreign powers, leading to the Sahel’s decision to seek a path of unity and self-reliance. Learn about the AES's role in strengthening regional security, boosting economic growth, and empowering the Sahel nations to control their future. Don't miss this deep dive into a historic moment for West Africa!