The most active organ of the Economic Community of West African States is the?

A. Tribunal of the Community
B. Technical and Specialized Commission
C. Authority of Heads of State and Government
D. Council of Ministers

Correct Answer:

Option C – Authority of Heads of State and Government

Explanation

Authority of Heads of State and Government is the most active organ of the Economic Community of West African States.

It is the highest policy-making organ of ECOWAS

Other functions include:

1. Discussion of other economic matters
2. Ratification of treaties and agreements
3. Admission of new members
4. Appointment of the Secretary-General and other key officials.
5. Supervision of implementation of the aims and objective of ECOWAS.
6. Consideration of reports from the secretariat.
7. Consideration of recommendations from the Council of Ministers.

The Organ comprises of the Heads of States and Government of all member-states or their accredited representatives.