Donatus Anyanwu Suspended From E-Rate Program and Debarment Proceedings Initiated
Summary
The FCC Enforcement Bureau has suspended Donatus Anyanwu from the E-Rate Program (schools and libraries universal service support mechanism) and all universal service support mechanisms. Debarment proceedings are now commencing against Mr. Anyanwu. Parties with existing or intended contracts with Mr. Anyanwu for E-Rate related services may file opposition requests within 30 days or by May 13, 2026.
What changed
The FCC Enforcement Bureau has issued a suspension notice against Donatus Anyanwu, barring him from participating in the E-Rate Program and all universal service support mechanisms pending debarment proceedings. The suspension is effective immediately under 47 CFR 54.8 and 47 CFR 0.111(a)(14). Debarment proceedings are now commencing, which could result in a permanent exclusion from the programs.
Parties who have existing contracts with or intend to contract with Mr. Anyanwu for E-Rate related services should be aware that they may be implicated in the debarment proceedings. Such parties have the right to file an opposition request within 30 days or by May 13, 2026, supported by documentation. The Bureau will decide on any opposition request within 90 days. Schools, libraries, and service providers participating in E-Rate should review their contractor relationships to assess any potential impact from this action.
What to do next
- Parties with existing or intended contracts with Donatus Anyanwu may file opposition requests within 30 days or by May 13, 2026
- Submit opposition requests to FCC Enforcement Bureau, Investigations and Hearings Division at 45 L Street NE, Washington, DC 20554
- Contact Christopher Sova at (202) 418-1868 or Christopher.Sova@fcc.gov for further information
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ACTION:
Notice.
SUMMARY:
The Enforcement Bureau (the “Bureau”) gives notice of the suspension of Donatus Anyanwu from the schools and libraries universal
service support mechanism (or “E-Rate Program”) and all universal service support mechanisms. Additionally, the Bureau gives
notice that debarment proceedings are commencing against Mr. Anyanwu, or any person who has an existing contract with or intends
to contract with him to provide or receive services in matters arising out of activities associated with or related to the
schools and libraries support, may respond by filing an opposition request, supported by documentation.
DATES:
Opposition requests must be submitted within 30 days of receiving the suspension letter or by May 13, 2026, whichever comes
first. The Bureau will decide on any opposition request within 90 days.
ADDRESSES:
Federal Communications Commission, Enforcement Bureau, Investigations and Hearings Division, 45 L Street NE, Washington, DC
20554.
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Christopher Sova, Federal Communications Commission, Enforcement Bureau, Investigations and Hearings Division, 45 L Street
NE, Washington, DC 20554. Christopher Sova may be contacted by phone at (202) 418-1868 or by email at Christopher.Sova@fcc.gov.
SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION:
The Bureau has suspension and debarment authority pursuant to 47 CFR 54.8 and 47 CFR 0.111(a)(14). Suspensions ensure that
suspended parties cannot continue to benefit from the schools and libraries mechanism pending resolution of the debarment
process. Attached is the suspension letter, DA 26-308, which was mailed to Mr. Anyanwu, and released on April 13, 2026. The
complete text of the notice of suspension and initiation of debarment proceedings is available on the FCC's website at https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DA-26-308A1.pdf.
Federal Communications Commission.
Christopher Sova, Chief, Investigations and Hearings Division, Enforcement Bureau. BILLING CODE 6712-01-P
[FR Doc. 2026-07076 Filed 4-10-26; 8:45 am] BILLING CODE 6712-01-C
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