NPC Reveals the Key Factor for Conducting the 2024 Census

The National Population Commission (NPC) is poised to conduct the long-awaited National Population and Housing Census, pending the official date approval from President Bola Tinubu. This announcement was made by NPC Chairman Isa Kwarra during a media conference held in observance of World Population Day 2024, celebrated annually on July 11. The theme for this year is “Embracing the Power of Inclusive Data Towards a Resilient and Equitable Future for All.”

Kwarra underscored the importance of adhering to the United Nations’ recommendation for decennial censuses, noting that the 2020 census round is approaching its conclusion. He emphasized the NPC’s preparedness to proceed immediately upon receiving the president’s go-ahead.

“We are just waiting on the president to give us the date. The commission is prepared to conduct a robust census to provide inclusive and verifiable data acceptable to all,” Kwarra stated. He also mentioned that resources are in place to recruit additional personnel to ensure the census’s success.

The NPC aims to complete the census by April 2025, with Kwarra expressing a preference for commencing in November, as initially planned. He highlighted the significance of the census in gathering accurate data to forecast demographic shifts and inform policy decisions. “We need to hold a census that will deploy modern technology to generate timely, reliable, and acceptable data required for addressing the different needs of the various population groups,” he added.

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Dr. Gifty Addico, the UNFPA country representative, represented by Deputy Country Representative Koessan Kuawu, emphasized the critical role of timely censuses in tracking progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and formulating policies that address Nigeria’s diverse population needs. “In Nigeria, delays in generating timely, inclusive data have masked progress, leading to the use of obsolete data to assess our progress toward the SDGs. A timely census represents a critical opportunity,” Addico remarked.

She also called for the prioritization of comprehensive population data systems, safe and inclusive data collection, and responsible technology use. Dr. Ejike Orji, Chairman of the Association for the Advancement of Family Planning (AAFP), warned that failing to conduct the census would result in significant losses for Nigeria, noting that over 70 percent of the necessary resources have already been committed.

Adeyemi Adeniran, the Statistician-General of the Federation, emphasized the importance of inclusive data for informed decision-making and policy development. He stated, “Comprehensive, inclusive data is essential to harness Nigeria’s diverse and vibrant demographic potential.”

In conclusion, the NPC’s readiness and the urgency of President Tinubu’s approval highlight the critical need for timely and accurate population data in Nigeria. This census is poised to be a pivotal tool in shaping the nation’s future, ensuring that policies and decisions are based on reliable and up-to-date information.

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