Government Orders Investigation into 2023 Population and Housing Census Expenditure

Government Orders Investigation into 2023 Population and Housing Census Expenditure

In a significant development, the House of Representatives has taken a proactive step by mandating its Committee on Population to conduct a thorough investigation into the financial allocation and utilization concerning the postponed 2023 Population and Housing Census. The probe will be directed at the National Population Commission (NPC), and its primary objective is to…

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has not fixed a date for 2023 Census.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has not fixed a date for 2023 Census.

The Facebook page “2023 Census ADHOC Staff update” is fraudulent and in no way associated with the National Population Commission. The Commission wishes to inform the public that President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has not fixed a date for the conduct of the upcoming Population and Housing Census in Nigeria. Kindly note that when there is…

Commemoration of 2023 World Population Day Emphasizes Gender Equality and Empowerment

Commemoration of 2023 World Population Day Emphasizes Gender Equality and Empowerment

The Rockview Hotel in Abuja was the venue for the commemoration of the 2023 World Population Day on July 11th. This annual event, part of an international awareness campaign, aims to draw global attention to the current population trends affecting the world. The occasion highlights the urgent need to address the challenges posed by sustained…

New Date for 2023 Census to Be Determined by the FG

New Date for 2023 Census to Be Determined by the FG

The National Population Commission (NPC) is taking steps to safeguard the resources already allocated for the forthcoming National Census in Nigeria. The census, originally scheduled for May 3, was postponed by former President Muhammadu Buhari, and the new date is expected to be determined by the administration of Bola Ahmed Tinubu. During a one-day Breakfast…

Funding Challenges Persist for 2023 Population and Housing Census in Nigeria

Funding Challenges Persist for 2023 Population and Housing Census in Nigeria

In the pursuit of financial support for the upcoming 2023 population and housing census, the Federal Government of Nigeria and the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) have faced difficulties in securing the necessary funding. Despite efforts to establish a basket fund for donations, no substantial results have been achieved thus far, according to sources. In…

NPC will discuss revised census date with Tinubu.

NPC will discuss revised census date with Tinubu.

The National Population Commission will meet with Bola Tinubu before his inauguration to discuss new census dates. On Saturday, Minister of Information and Culture Lai Mohammed said that President Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd.) had ordered the indefinite postponement of the census originally scheduled for May 3–7, 2023. The minister indicated the incoming administration would…