On July 24, 2026, the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) signed an intergovernmental agreement in Freetown, Sierra Leone, for the Nigeria-Morocco gas pipeline project. This agreement marks a significant political milestone ahead of the final investment decision, according to statements from the bloc.
The pipeline, which aims to transport Nigerian natural gas to Morocco and potentially to Europe, involves multiple West African nations. The signing in Freetown was attended by representatives from ECOWAS member states, with the signatures of Morocco and Mauritania still pending.
The project, first proposed in 2016, is expected to enhance energy security and economic integration in the region. The final investment decision is anticipated in the coming months, contingent on technical and financial assessments.
