Nigeria’s National Population Commission (NPC) announced that the country will conduct a census from May 3 to May 7, 2023.
This exercise involves counting all people living in the country, including foreigners.
This article will provide information about the upcoming census.
No Public Holiday during Census
The NPC has confirmed that there will be no public holiday during the census exercise.
The commission’s spokesperson, Isiaka Yahaya, has expressed concern that people tend to move around during public holidays, which could impact the accuracy of the count.
Mr. Yahaya also explained that there may be restrictions on movement during the exercise, but the government will make a categorical statement on that. Everyone in Nigeria must participate in the census, regardless of work or other obligations.
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Counting of Foreigners
The NPC has made it clear that foreigners who are living in Nigeria during the census period will also be counted. The census is the enumeration of all persons, not just citizens.
Therefore, the NPC has stated that anyone living in Nigeria during the census period will be counted, regardless of their nationality.
The questionnaire will include a section asking about foreign nationality and country of origin.
The NPC is urging all foreigners in Nigeria to participate in the census exercise to ensure an accurate count of the population.
Consequences for Refusal to Participate
There have been rumors that those who refuse to be counted will be sanctioned.
NPC spokesperson clarified that non-compliance is an offense, but the commission lacks the authority to arrest or detain individuals who refuse to participate.
The NPC has encouraged all Nigerians to participate in the census exercise, as it is in the national interest.
The commission believes that an accurate count of the population will help in the planning and development of the country.
Importance of Census
The census is an essential tool for planning and development. The census provides valuable information on population size, distribution, and demographics.
This data guides resource allocation for public services like schools and hospitals.
Census data can aid research and analysis to comprehend population trends and patterns.
Accurate census data is, therefore, crucial for the development of any country.
The NPC has confirmed that the census exercise will take place between May 3 and May 7, 2023. There will be no public holiday during the exercise, and everyone living in Nigeria during the census period, including foreigners, will be counted.
Non-compliance with the census may have consequences, but the NPC lacks the authority to punish or detain individuals who refuse to participate.
The census is a vital resource for planning and development, and it is critical for everyone to participate to achieve an accurate count of the population.
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