The President of the ECOWAS Court, Justice Edward Amoako Asante, welcomed Diane Holo-Sacramento, Chairperson of the Community Audit Committee, at the ECOWAS Court.
This meeting marked the first official engagement between the Court and the Audit Committee, highlighting a significant step towards enhanced collaboration and oversight.
Justice Asante extended a warm welcome to the Audit Committee members, emphasizing the importance of their visit. He introduced key members of the ECOWAS Court team, including the Vice President, other judges, the Chief Registrar, and the Director of Administration and Finance.
He expressed gratitude for the opportunity to discuss various issues with the Audit Committee, underscoring the Court’s commitment to transparency and accountability.
In her address, Diane Holo-Sacramento expressed her appreciation for the reception. She introduced the Audit Committee, which includes members from Senegal, Benin, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, and Guinea Bissau. Holo-Sacramento highlighted the Committee’s role in overseeing financial control, internal controls, and risk assessment within ECOWAS institutions.
She noted that since their mandate began in November 2022, the committee has actively engaged with all ECOWAS institutions to ensure compliance with established procedures and processes.
Justice Asante provided an overview of the Court’s initiatives aimed at improving operations.
He mentioned the upcoming launch of the Electronic Case Management System (ECMS) in late September, designed to reduce costs for lawyers and their clients.
Additionally, the Court conducts training programs for lawyers and government agencies to enhance their understanding of the Court’s procedures.
Despite these efforts, Justice Asante acknowledged the challenges faced by the Court, particularly regarding staffing and resource limitations.
He called for increased support to address these issues and ensure the Court’s effective functioning.
The Chairperson of the Audit Committee commended the ECOWAS Court for its efforts in complying with audit conditions and maintaining high standards.
She recognized the Court’s exemplary performance compared to other institutions and encouraged continued adherence to audit recommendations to further strengthen operations.
Justice Asante expressed his gratitude for the commendation and reaffirmed the Court’s commitment to following audit guidelines.
He emphasized the importance of collaboration and guidance in achieving the shared goal of effectively serving the community.
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