UBEC ICPC partnership boosts transparency and accountability in basic education to ensure funds are used effectively and every child accesses quality learning
UBEC ICPC partnership is set to deepen transparency and accountability in Nigeria’s basic education system as the two agencies renew collaboration to ensure funds are used effectively and for their intended purposes.
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At a strategic meeting in Abuja, the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) and the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) reaffirmed their joint commitment to promoting integrity in education management.
The initiative aligns with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which prioritises efficient public service delivery and public trust in government institutions.
UBEC’s Executive Secretary, Aisha Garba, said the partnership will reinforce ongoing reforms within the Commission, particularly through its Anti-Corruption and Transparency Units (ACTUs).
These units are designed to ensure compliance with financial and procurement laws, encourage ethical conduct, and prevent the misuse of education funds.
“The partnership will strengthen the delivery of free, quality basic education from pre-primary to junior secondary, ensuring funds are used for their intended purposes,” Garba stated.
She added that UBEC remains committed to providing every Nigerian child of school age with access to free and quality education.
Garba noted that corruption and poor fund management have long hindered educational progress, leading to uncompleted projects and wasted resources.
She emphasised that building integrity into the system is essential for improving learning outcomes and bridging infrastructure gaps nationwide.
The ICPC, established in 2000 to enforce anti-corruption laws, reiterated its commitment to supporting UBEC in strengthening internal controls, promoting whistleblowing, and training staff on ethical standards.
The Commission has continued to play a leading role in driving the Federal Government’s anti-corruption agenda across ministries and agencies.
Education analysts say the renewed UBEC ICPC partnership represents a strategic response to persistent issues of fund mismanagement in basic education.
With billions of naira disbursed annually to states through matching grants for infrastructure, teacher training, and instructional materials, transparency at every level is crucial to success.
UBEC has also introduced digital monitoring and evaluation systems to enhance real-time reporting and reduce human interference in fund tracking.
The Commission continues to engage civil society organisations, community groups, and development partners to foster accountability and community ownership of school projects.
Both UBEC and ICPC stressed that the partnership’s ultimate goal is to ensure that no child is left behind in the pursuit of education and national development.
They resolved to sustain the collaboration through regular audits, awareness campaigns, and continuous staff training on financial compliance.
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This powerful alliance underscores Nigeria’s growing commitment to transparency, accountability, and ethical governance as the foundation for a more credible and sustainable education system.
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