Nigeria Population Top Story

NIN enrolment data sparks debate on Nigeria’s population figures

As of September 2023, the National Identity Management Commission (NIMC) has released the latest figures on National Identification Number (NIN) enrolments, revealing a significant discrepancy when compared to Nigeria’s official population estimates. This conundrum has sparked discussions on the accuracy of population data in the country. Lagos State leads with 9,297,914 NIN enrolments, reflecting its Read More…

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Nigeria Population Top Story

Nigeria launches National Geospatial Data Repository and CRVS System for accurate population figures

In a significant stride towards precision in demographic data, President Bola Tinubu has inaugurated the National Geospatial Data Repository and Civil Registration and Vital Statistics System (CRVS) in Nigeria. The system aims to revolutionise the collection, processing, and management of vital statistics, providing real-time and accurate population figures. President Tinubu emphasised the importance of the Read More…