The Conference of Civil Society for Transparency and Accountability (COCTA) has voiced concern over what it described as the “lack of seriousness and concrete action” by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) following claims of maladministration against the Director-General of the Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), Dr Adebowale Adedokun, and his Chief of Staff, Olanrewaju Obasa.
The statement, signed by COCTA’s National Coordinator, Comrade Olumuyiwa Onlede, and General Secretary, Haruna AbdulSalam, and dated the 19th of January, 2026, was issued at the conclusion of the group’s general meeting held in Abuja on Monday.
COCTA noted that its concerns arise from a previous peaceful protest at the EFCC office and the formal submission of a petition outlining the allegations against the BPP leadership, which it claims have yet to elicit any visible or timely response from the anti-graft agency.
The coalition described the apparent inaction as troubling, especially given the seriousness of the allegations and the constitutional duty of anti-graft institutions to safeguard public trust and ensure proper management of public resources.
“In light of this development, and in line with our mandate to speak for citizens without a voice, COCTA has resolved to escalate its advocacy actions,” the communiqué stated.
As part of the next phase, COCTA announced plans to stage a peaceful protest at the headquarters of the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), where it will submit a fresh and formal petition. The group emphasized that it would demand a “thorough, independent, and transparent investigation” into the activities of the BPP Director-General and his Chief of Staff.
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The coalition also clarified that an earlier planned protest at the President’s residence in Bourdillon, Lagos, was deliberately cancelled out of respect for the President’s private time and right to rest.
However, COCTA stressed that this decision should not be seen as a retreat from its demands or a weakening of its resolve.
“We reaffirm that the struggle for transparency, accountability, and good governance is ongoing. Our advocacy will continue through lawful, peaceful, and sustained civic actions. As resolved, COCTA’s next phase of engagement will commence next week at the headquarters of the ICPC.”