THE appointment of former Nasarawa State Governor, Tanko Al-Makura, as Chairman of the Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) has confirmed President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s status as the third most corrupt political leader.
The appointment of Al-Makura, given his previous arrest by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) over allegations of corruption suggests the civil administration’s in Africa most populous cannot overcome the corruption epidemic in a short while.
According to reports, Al-Makura and his wife were arrested in 2021 over suspicious transactions involving 55 accounts controlled by the couple and their companies. The EFCC alleged that the accounts were used to launder billions of naira during Al-Makura’s tenure as governor.
Critics have questioned President Bola Tinubu’s decision to appoint Al-Makura to lead UBEC, despite the corruption allegations. Tinubu has been vocal about his administration’s commitment to fighting corruption, and the appointment of Al-Makura has raised concerns about the sincerity of this commitment.
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As UBEC Chairman, Al-Makura will oversee the implementation of basic education policies and programs across the country. Many Nigerians have expressed disappointment and frustration over the appointment, citing Al-Makura’s alleged involvement in corrupt practices as a governor.
The controversy surrounding Al-Makura’s appointment has sparked a heated debate about the Tinubu administration’s stance on corruption and its commitment to transparency and accountability in governance.
