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NPC Will Positively Re-write History Of Census In Nigeria-Kwarra

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4 years ago

October 28, 2022

Joel Ajayi
National Population Commission NPC has revealed that, the Commission is irrevocably committed to positively rewrite the history of censuses in Nigeria and deliver to this great nation accurate, reliable and acceptable census that will be purposefully relevant in the drive towards sustainable national development.

The Chairman of NPC Hon Nasir Isa Kwarra gave the assurance at the census media Launcheon for Editors, Bureau Chiefs and Population Correspondents and official launching of in house magazine on Thursday in Abuja.

He expressed that the success of the event can never be quantify to every Nigerians and sought for the support of the media to enable commission deliver credible and acceptable census.

According to him, I wish to use this opportunity to assure Nigerians that the Commission is irrevocably committed to positively rewrite the history of censuses in Nigeria and deliver to this great nation accurate, reliable and acceptable census that will be purposefully relevant in the drive towards sustainable national development.

“Preparations for the 2023 Population and Housing Census are on course and the Commission is confident that the prospect for an accurate and reliable census appears brighter than ever.

“I want all Nigerians to join the Commission in the bid to give our dear country, reliable demographic data through the forthcoming 2023 census. This is because our population remains the greatest asset in national development and it must be harnessed in order to make life worth living for our people.

“Let me state clearly that the commission has, within the limits of available resources, striven to discharge its functions in line with its mandate. These, in broad terms, revolve around providing the country with accurate and reliable data for planning and development purposes.

“Over the years, the Commission has invested considerable time and resources in planning for the 2023 Population and Housing Census by drawing from its rich institutional experience spanning two censuses and a pool of tested professionals to give the nation a truly digital and scientific census that will generate data for national planning within the context of our present realities.

“I am pleased to inform you all that the outcome of the preparatory activities for the 2023 Population and Housing census has been reassuring. The Commission has successfully demarcated 773 LGAs in all the States of the Federation and the FCT.

“The demarcation of the remaining one LGA of Abadam (Borno State) which has not been demarcated as a result of security challenges will soon start. The Commission has also conducted the first and the second census pre-test exercises as well as the Trial Census to test the census instruments and the Commission’s readiness in preparation for the 2023 Census.

The Commission is currently conducting a Post Enumeration Survey (PES) in selected Enumeration Areas in six States across the six geopolitical zones of Nigeria to determine coverage and content errors of the just concluded Trial Census.”

He added that: “The vital registration activity of the Commission has remarkably improved from about 30% coverage early last year to close to 70% at present. We intend to ensure full automation of the Electronic Civil Registration and Vital Statistics (E-CVRS) to all the States of the Federation.

“It is against this backdrop that I urge our friends in the media to assist us intensify the campaign on the use of data for evidence – based planning in the country.

While it may be true that we do not have all the required data for all aspects of our national life, it is self- evident that key data- generating agencies in the country are doing all that is humanly possible to generate enough, at least, that can guide purposeful and result – oriented planning for our distraught nation. I am very confident that our media have the capacity to revolutionize our attitude to data and its use in this country. Planning without data is like groping in the dark!!

“The Commission has enjoyed a very good industrial harmony with the staff giving off their best in the midst of some constraints. We have also endeavoured to ensure that eligible staff get their promotions as and at when due, the permanent building of the Commission will soon be completed, while other welfare issues are being promptly attended to.”

In his welcome address chairman of Public Affairs Committee Dr Eyitayo Oyetunji appreciated the media for the good job they are been doing in projecting the commission ahead of 2023 Population and Housing census.

On his remark, the Director of Pubic Affairs Dr Isiaka Yahaya while speaking on the objective of the Launcheon is to deepen and strengthen the relationship with the media and thanked the media for good job so far, as well as ask for more support toward the census.

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Algeria’s Glorious Revolution: Embassy Marks 72nd Anniversary in Abuja

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49 mins ago

November 12, 2026

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

The Embassy of Algeria in Nigeria has commemorated the 72nd anniversary of the country’s Glorious Revolution of November 1, 1954, with a reception in Abuja, highlighting Algeria’s liberation struggle and strengthening diplomatic relations with Nigeria.

The event, held on November 9, 2026, at Continental Suites Hotel, attracted prominent personalities, including the Speaker of the House of Representatives, Dr Tajudeen Abbas, members of the Federal Government, senior government officials, heads of diplomatic missions and other friends of Algeria.

Speaking at the reception, Algeria’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Hocine Mezoued, welcomed guests and paid tribute to the country’s freedom fighters who sacrificed their lives during the struggle for independence.

He described the November 1, 1954 revolution as the foundation of modern Algeria, noting that the sacrifices of the nation’s martyrs made it possible for the country to reclaim its sovereignty.

On Algeria’s development agenda, Mezoued said President Abdelmadjid Tebboune’s administration had continued to pursue economic reforms, diversification and national development under its New Algeria vision.

He noted that the country was recording progress in non-hydrocarbon exports, while improvements in the business environment had boosted investor confidence and attracted significant foreign investments.

On foreign policy, the ambassador reaffirmed Algeria’s commitment to non-interference, respect for national sovereignty, peaceful conflict resolution and the right of peoples to self-determination.

Addressing security challenges in the Sahel, he stressed that lasting peace could not be achieved through military measures alone, insisting that economic development, inclusive dialogue and peaceful resolution of disputes remained essential.

Turning to Nigeria-Algeria relations, Mezoued described the partnership as one founded on shared values and the commitment of both countries’ leaders to advancing African development.

He identified the Trans-Saharan Highway, Trans-Saharan Gas Pipeline and Trans-Saharan Fibre Optic Backbone as major strategic projects receiving attention from both countries.

The ambassador also disclosed that Algeria had continued to provide scholarships to Nigerian students to strengthen human capital development and capacity building.

He further announced that Air Algérie expanded its Nigerian operations on October 26, 2026, with the introduction of two weekly flights to Lagos, expressing confidence that the service would boost trade and tourism.

Looking ahead, Mezoued said 2027 would offer fresh opportunities to deepen bilateral cooperation, particularly through the fifth Joint High Bi-National Commission scheduled to hold in Abuja.

He expressed optimism that the meeting would provide an opportunity to assess existing partnerships, identify new areas of cooperation and move Nigeria-Algeria relations towards a more practical and results-driven phase.

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