A deadly meningitis outbreak has swept across 23 states, claiming at least 151 lives and leaving 1,826 suspected cases in its wake. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) has issued an urgent warning, highlighting the severity of the crisis and the strain it is placing on the country’s healthcare system. According to Read More…
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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…