Tinubu Appoints Aisha Garba as UBEC Executive Secretary

According to a statement by Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to President Tinubu, Garba brings an impressive wealth of experience, spanning over 24 years, in driving impactful education programs for human and economic development.

As a Senior Education Specialist with the World Bank, Garba has worked in various countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Somalia, Kenya, the USA, and the United Kingdom.

Her expertise includes leading end-to-end design and management of education programs and reforms, from conceptualization to completion and impact assessment.

Garba’s rich network with governments, development partners, and communities will be invaluable in driving sustainable solutions in basic education.

Her experience working in fragile, conflict, and violent settings will also be crucial in addressing the unique challenges facing Nigeria’s education sector.

He said the president expected Garba to drive the renewed hope and vision of providing and supporting quality education, ensuring that Nigerian children become globally competitive.

With her impressive credentials, including a bachelor’s degree from Petra American University in Jordan and a master’s degree in international development from the University of Birmingham in the UK, Garba is well-equipped to lead UBEC in achieving its goals.