WHY THE 2023 POPULATION CENSUS MUST BE POSTPONED Michael Owhoko argues that it is difficult to achieve a reliable census figure under the current security setting Without prejudice to extent of prep
argues that it is difficult to achieve a reliable census figure under the current security setting
In the face of current realities devoid of enabling environment, the timing is a miscalculation. The general elections and census are both inflammable events, which should not be scheduled close to each other. More worrisome is the fact that nobody can predict the outcome of the 2023 general elections which may likely spill into the census period. From the body language of youths across the country who are major victims of years of misgovernance, it may not be business as usual.
Besides, all over the world, peace is a sine qua non and a critical factor for conduct of successful population census. It is for this reason nations first determine its availability, and where otherwise, take appropriate measures to promote it, particularly ahead of major sensitive milestones like national headcount.
There are many families that have been displaced from their places of abode and ancestral homes, while others are either taking refuge in the bushes or are in Internally Displaced People ’s camp. Those that have not returned to their homes owing to fear of being killed or kidnapped have not been accounted for. Traces of these group of persons have not been established till date by relations or friends, and so, are unavailable for enumeration.
Where is the peace when the credibility and capacity of the present administration under President Muhammadu Buhari to deliver on such an important project is smeared by skepticism induced by nepotism and presidential preferences, which have fragmented the country along ethnic and religious lines? Suspicion and lack of trust among citizens have deepened more than ever before.
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