President Akufo-Addo has emphasised the prevailing challenges faced by members of the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).

He attributed them to the alarming rise of violent extremism and political instability perpetrated by miscreants, partly due to migration.

This came up at the 3rd Kofi Annan Peace and Security Forum on Migration.

"Such developments are deflecting the attention of the community away from deeper and more meaningful regional integration and economic development that are anchored on the protocol relating to the free movement of persons and the right of residence and establishment," he said.

Addressing the gathering, President Akufo-Addo called for a concerted approach by heads of state in the ECOWAS Region to address the complex dynamics of migration trends.

"Together my fellow ECOWAS counterparts are with seeking ways to find an amicable solutions to the challenge of integration. The region is at the crossroads and our actions will determine the trajectory that will set the path of prosperity or destruction for our citizens."

This, according to him, will also help recognise their potential and foil any attempt to undermine the hard-won peace and security in Africa.

The even brought together leading experts in migration, security, and conflict resolution to address critical issues and explore solutions.