(a) What five benefits does Nigeria derive from being a member of the ECOWAS? (b) Outline four problems facing the community
Explanation
(a) Five benefits Nigeria derives from being a member of ECOWAS include: (i) Free movement of people-hence labour availability (ii) Creation of a large market (iii) Availability of more raw materials for industries (iv) Siting of the secretariat in Abuja (v) Free movement of capital (b) Five problems of ECOWAS include: (i) Political and ideological differences (ii) Fear of domination by bigger countries (iii) Difference in currencies (iv) Language barrier (v) Non payment of dues and subventions