Benue PDP Demands Accounting Over N19.18 Billion Unspent SUBEB Education Funds
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State has criticized Governor Hyacinth Alia's administration over N19.18 billion in unspent Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) intervention funds.
In Brief
- •The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Benue State has criticized Governor Hyacinth Alia's administration over N19.18 billion in unspent Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) intervention funds.
- •According to UBEC disclosures cited in reporting, Benue State currently holds the highest total of unspent basic education intervention funds among Nigerian states.
- •PDP State Publicity Secretary Bright Antyo described the unutilized allocations as scandalous given the poor infrastructure across state public schools.
- •The opposition party requested that the state government publish a comprehensive breakdown of all UBEC funds received, counterpart contributions paid, and contracts awarded.
Why It Matters
Basic education infrastructure in Benue State faces substantial resource deficits, making the failure to utilize available federal intervention allocations a critical governance and public welfare issue. Delaying access to basic education grants directly impacts learning conditions, physical school facilities, and educational outcomes for children across the state.
Key Details
- Unspent SUBEB Funds
- N19.18 billion
- State Governor
- Hyacinth Alia
- PDP Publicity Secretary
- Bright Antyo
- Reporting Agency
- Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC)
Context & Background
The Universal Basic Education Commission (UBEC) provides federal intervention funds to state boards (SUBEBs) across Nigeria to improve primary and junior secondary education. Accessing these federal allocations requires state governments to lodge equal matching funds and submit approved project execution plans.
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