In a move signaling renewed efforts toward a credible national census, Nigerian Stories has announced on its official X handle that President Bola Tinubu is set to establish a Census Committee.
The decision comes amid growing concerns over Nigeria’s population data, which plays a crucial role in national planning, resource allocation, and policy formulation. With the country’s last official census conducted in 2006, many stakeholders have continuously called for an updated and accurate demographic record to reflect Nigeria’s true population size.
Sources within the presidency suggest that the committee will be tasked with overseeing the planning, funding, and execution of the long-awaited census. It is also expected to ensure transparency, leveraging advanced technology to prevent data manipulation and inaccuracies that have plagued past exercises.
While details of the committee’s composition and timeline remain undisclosed, political analysts believe this move aligns with Tinubu’s administration’s broader push for economic reforms and infrastructural development. A credible census would provide the government with vital statistics for national growth strategies, including education, healthcare, and security.
This development is likely to spark reactions from various quarters, as previous attempts to conduct a national census have been met with political and logistical challenges. Will Tinubu’s administration overcome these hurdles and deliver Nigeria’s most accurate headcount yet? Only time will tell.
Stay tuned for further updates as the situation unfolds.
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