Benjamin Kalu, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, has urged the newly appointed commissioners of the National Population Commission (NPC) to prioritize the accuracy of Nigeria's population statistics in the upcoming census.


He emphasized that having precise figures is crucial for effective economic planning and equitable distribution of infrastructure across the nation.


Speaking at an inauguration dinner for Chief Emmanuel Trump Eke, the federal commissioner representing Abia State on the NPC Board, Kalu stressed the need to move away from mere estimations and uncertainties regarding Nigeria's population size.


He highlighted the importance of changing this narrative to ensure better planning and resource allocation.


In a statement released by his Chief Press Secretary, Levinus Nwabughiogu, Kalu expressed his concerns, stating, "The charge to you people as commissioners, to be honest, we don’t know our number in Nigeria.


We cannot keep claiming we are the giant of Africa when we don’t have an accurate statistics of our actual number as a nation. It’s embarrassing."


Kalu's remarks underscored the significance of having precise population data to guide developmental policies and investments.


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As if you guys care about the masses you are planning to count ....

No light
No good toads
No water
Unemployment on the high side
Unstable economy and many more

If they come near me,na to tell them to go to Court oo