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The Chairman of the National Population Commission, Nasir Kwarra, has announced plans to conduct Nigeria\u2019s population and housing census in 2025, nearly two decades after the last census in 2006.<\/div>\n
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\nHe made this known during the 2024 anniversary of the Nairobi Summit on the International Conference on Population and Development held in Abuja on Thursday.<\/p>\n

\u201cA major setback that we face is the delay in conducting a Population and Housing Census. A reliable and accurate census is fundamental for a good decision making.<\/p>\n

\u201cBut the government, at the highest level, is committed to conducting a census, and we believe it will take place next year,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

The announcement came 18 years after Nigeria\u2019s last census in 2006, despite the United Nations\u2019 recommendation for countries to conduct population counts every 10 years.<\/p>\n

Previous attempts to hold the census in 2023 were postponed under the administration of former President Muhammadu Buhari.<\/p>\n

The delay was attributed to the desire to let the incoming administration take ownership of the process.<\/p>\n

Speaking at the event, Kwarra emphasised the significant impact of the delay, particularly in hampering informed decision-making and effective resource allocation.<\/p>\n

The NPC chairman also highlighted the need for accurate data to address pressing issues in rural and underserved areas.<\/p>\n

He noted that Nigeria\u2019s inability to conduct timely censuses had hindered progress in advancing sexual and reproductive health rights, eliminating gender-based violence, and promoting inclusivity.<\/p>\n

The NPC boss stated, \u201cWe are gathered in the spirit of a shared commitment to progress, inclusivity, and the empowerment of individuals, particularly women and young people.<\/p>\n

\u201cOur focus is on advancing sexual and reproductive health, eliminating gender-based violence, and promoting equal opportunities for everyone in our nation.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe must continue our march to address these challenges head-on. For many in our communities\u2014particularly women, girls, and young people\u2014sexual and reproductive health rights remain out of reach.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is not just a health issue; it is also an issue of social and economic justice. When individuals are denied the ability to make choices about their health and lives, it limits their potential, reduces opportunities, and impacts society as a whole.\u201d<\/p>\n

In her remarks, the founder of the Wellbeing Foundation Africa, Toyin Saraki, pledged continued advocacy and policy support to advance the ICPD agenda.<\/p>\n

Saraki called on private, philanthropic, and multi-sector stakeholders to collaborate in accelerating progress toward achieving the initiative\u2019s\u00a0goals.<\/p><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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