The Education Rights Activists Coalition (ERAC) has urged the anti-corruption agencies to probe the procurement processes of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC), while also advising the UBEC Secretary, Dr. Aisha Garba, to resign to give room for an investigation into allegations levelled against her.

ERAC President, Comrade Odoh Dave, in a press conference on Monday, who claimed that there was a need to probe UBEC and Garba to ensure transparency, noted that there were complaints against Garba over alleged infractions, disregard for the rule of law.

“We have confirmed, from independent insiders, that the supposed ‘new organogram’ introduced is yet to be subjected to National Assembly oversight. Nevertheless, it is important that everyone understands that UBEC is a statutory body with a defined governance framework and oversight hierarchy. It is not a one-person fiefdom. Leadership in such a sensitive agency demands fidelity to law, respect for institutions, and adherence to procedural orthodoxy,” he said.

He said a thorough investigation into UBEC procurement processes would strengthen public trust in the agency.

“These allegations, including concerns over procurement processes—if substantiated—are grave enough to warrant not just resignation, but a full forensic investigation by the anti-corruption agencies. We are calling for a forensic and independent investigation of all contracts, changes personnel decisions, and procurement practices undertaken since the boss assumed office. If exonerated, so be it. But if found culpable, the full weight of the law must apply.

“Indeed, we have begun filing formal petitions to the Public Complaints Commission, the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation, the National Assembly Committees on Basic Education, and the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). We are also liaising with legal practitioners to file a public interest suit seeking judicial interpretation of the scope of powers exercised by the Executive Secretary,” he added.

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