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President Bola Tinubu chaired an ECOWAS summit in Abuja, addressing political instability in member states under military rule. Recent withdrawals by Burkina Faso, Mali, and Niger due to 'illegal sanctions' led to tensions. ECOWAS is contemplating easing sanctions on Niger to prevent the exit of these countries and maintain regional integration efforts.
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How might the potential formation of a confederation impact regional dynamics and alliances within Africa?
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