HOR : Committee On Population Commits To Seamless Census

By Oduyemi Odumade

The House of Representatives Committee on Population has made a commitment to work closely with stakeholders to guarantee a seamless and effective national census across the country.

During the committee’s inaugural meeting in Abuja, Chairman of the committee, Jimi Odimayo stressed that the committee’s primary goal is to develop a comprehensive national policy concerning population statistics and demographic data, with a strong focus on achieving accuracy and efficiency.

The chairman said that developing strategies for implementation of the aforesaid policies, including their financing from local and foreign sources is also part of its mandate.

He said that performing oversight functions on the National Population Commission (NOC) and other related agencies is focal to the mandate of the committee.

“As we all know that the Federal Government of Nigeria, Nigerians and the whole world are looking up to this Committee to deliver maximally on the forthcoming census.

“The Committee will therefore earnestly engage relevant stakeholders to ensure effective conduct of the census,” he said.

He said that the committee will leave no stone unturned in the discharge of its responsibilities on any matter referred to the committee by bringing itscompetences to bear in every issue.

The chairman pledged to run an all – inclusive administration, where every member is equal and shall be treated as such.

Edited By Grace Namiji