Achievements of ECOWAS:a) The defence Act adopted by ECOWAS in 1981 provided military support to any Member state attacked by outsiders.eg. Liberia and Siera Leone.b) Economically, Member states benefit from ECOWAS. For example, Nigeria provides her oil to member states at a reduced price.c) The community has enabled regular meeting of the Heads of State to tackle problems facing the region.d) Socio-cultural exchanges within the West African region have promoted good relations among the people. e) Improvement has been realized in transport, trade, agriculture and communication.