Peter Obi Applauds Federal Government's Decision To Postpone Nigeria's 2023 Population Census

The recent decision made by the current administration in Nigeria to postpone the 2023 Population and Housing Census has been met with approval from Peter Obi, the presidential candidate for the Labour Party. 

The census exercise, which was scheduled to take place between the 3rd and 7th of May 2023, has been put on hold until further notice by the incoming administration. 

Obi took to his Twitter account to express his appreciation for the federal government's decision. In his tweet, he acknowledged the importance of the National Census as a crucial tool for the development and growth of any nation. 

The move, according to him, was a favorable one and would benefit the nation as a whole. The National Census is a vital tool for any country as it provides valuable data that can be used for planning, policymaking, and the allocation of resources. 

However, conducting a census requires a significant amount of resources, time, and effort. Therefore, it is imperative that the census is conducted accurately and efficiently, and the postponement will allow ample time to prepare for this important exercise. 

The decision to postpone the census was not taken lightly, as it would have been the first population census in over a decade. However, it is a necessary step to ensure that accurate data is collected and utilized to guide the country's growth and development. 

The postponement of Nigeria's 2023 Population and Housing Census, as applauded by Peter Obi, is a necessary move that will allow for adequate preparation and ensure the accuracy of the data collected. The National Census is a crucial tool for the country's development, and conducting it accurately will benefit the nation as a whole.

His Tweet:

"FGN's decision to postpone the 2023 Population and Housing Census, scheduled for 3-7 May 2023, to a date to be determined by the incoming Administration is a propitious and welcome development. National Census is a critical development and nation-building tool."

"Even though Nigeria is long overdue for a census, conducting one requires proper planning and diligence to ensure the sanctity of the results; the efficacy of the data gathered therefrom, as well as their utility in driving national development goals, our living standards and growing national housing deficits. It is hoped that when eventually the census is conducted, it will serve as confidence-building measures instead of being fraught with the usual controversy. -PO"