The resurgence of military coups in West Africa, particularly in Burkina Faso, has reignited concerns about democratic backsliding and sub-regional instability. This study critically examines the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and its approach to the unconstitutional changes of government in Burkina Faso, with a focus on the 2022 military takeovers. By analyzing ECOWAS’s normative frameworks especially the Protocol on Democracy and Good Governance and its political and diplomatic interventions, the paper assesses the extent to which the organization has upheld its commitment to constitutional rule and democratic governance. It finds that while ECOWAS has made efforts to condemn and respond to the coups, its actions have often been constrained by limited political influence, uneven application of sanctions, and challenges to its legitimacy among local populations. The paper argues for a more coherent, principled, and context-sensitive regional strategy that strengthens democratic resilience and enhances public confidence in ECOWAS as a guardian of constitutional order.