{
  "id": 14418191,
  "title": "New ECOWAS court president pledges timely justice, others",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/new-ecowas-court-president-pledges-timely-justice-others-14418191",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-14T09:58:55.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch Nigeria",
    "slug": "punch-nigeria",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/new-ecowas-court-president-pledges-timely-justice-others/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Justice Charlyne Brumskine of Liberia and Justice Désire Aihou of Benin have been elected as the new President and Vice-President of the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice. They were chosen by the new panel of judges following the conclusion of the previous college of judges' term.\n\nBrumskine, during her inaugural speech, emphasized her dedication to maintaining judicial independence, reinforcing the rule of law, and ensuring the fair and timely provision of justice. She expressed her readiness to take on this responsibility, acknowledging the expectations placed upon leading such a crucial regional judicial institution. Brumskine also highlighted the importance of building upon the achievements of past administrations while tackling institutional challenges to enhance the court's effectiveness and credibility.\n\nShe framed her appointment as a chance to serve the court, the Economic Community of West African States, and the region's people rather than a personal accomplishment. Brumskine noted that the incoming college's role was not to start from scratch but to constructively build on the existing foundation, uphold core values, and respond appropriately to future challenges and opportunities.\n\nTo guarantee continuity in governance and operations, the new leadership plans to thoroughly review the transition documentation, the court's state-of-affairs report, and pertinent legal and administrative materials. Priorities for the incoming leadership include consolidating past successes, addressing current institutional challenges, and further solidifying the court's standing and service to the ECOWAS community. Brumskine stressed the significance of collaboration, professional excellence, mutual respect, and collective responsibility in fulfilling the court's mandate.",
  "summary": "Justice Charlyne Brumskine of Liberia has been elected the new President of the ECOWAS Community Court of Justice, pledging to ensure timely justice. Read More: https://punchng.com/new-ecowas-court-president-pledges-timely-justice-others/",
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        "outlet": "Punch",
        "title": "New ECOWAS court president pledges timely justice, others",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/14/new-ecowas-court-president-pledges-timely-justice-others",
        "published": "2026-10-14T09:40:54.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}