{"id":6256,"date":"2025-06-24T22:20:15","date_gmt":"2025-06-24T22:20:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ijssass.com\/journal\/a-meta-analysis-of-nigerias-population-census-results-falsification-and-its-implications\/"},"modified":"2025-06-25T04:16:54","modified_gmt":"2025-06-25T04:16:54","slug":"a-meta-analysis-of-nigerias-population-census-results-falsification-and-its-implications","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ijssass.com\/journal\/a-meta-analysis-of-nigerias-population-census-results-falsification-and-its-implications\/","title":{"rendered":"A META ANALYSIS OF NIGERIA\u2019S POPULATION CENSUS RESULTS FALSIFICATION AND ITS IMPLICATIONS"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Abstract<\/h2>\n

Demographic data obtained from population census serves as a fundamental basis for national development planning, revenue distribution, state establishment, local government creation, constituency delineation, and parliamentary representation. The significance of a precise and dependable population census in national development planning cannot be overstated. Despite its importance, population data in Nigeria is plagued by issues of inaccuracy and unreliability, often resulting in perceived falsification. Falsified population data can have adverse effects on a country’s socioeconomic and political progress. This study employed an Armchair research approach to examine the falsification of population census outcomes in Nigeria and its repercussions. By delving into the historical context of census practices in Nigeria, defining census and falsification concepts, uncovering instances of census falsifications in Nigeria, and outlining their implications, the analysis shed light on intentional and unintentional falsifications, including errors in data collection instruments. The repercussions of manipulating population figures encompass incitement of unrest, inequitable revenue sharing and resource allocation, inaccurate parliamentary representation, corruption, unnecessary constituency delineations, and local government creations. To prevent the falsification of population census findings, recommendations include implementing biometric technology in data collection, establishing a comprehensive population registry for universal registration and updates, promoting public awareness on the significance of precise census data, enhancing the training of census personnel, conducting regular census exercises, and ensuring adequate funding for such undertakings.<\/p>\n

Authors<\/h2>\n
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  • ASA PATRICK SUNDAY (FEDERAL UNIVERSITY WUKARI, TARABA STATE, NIGERIA)<\/li>\n
  • ABDULMALIK JIBO (FEDERAL UNIVERSITY WUKARI, TARABA STATE, NIGERIA)<\/li>\n
  • LUKA YOHANNA (MODIBBO ADAMA UNIVERSITY, YOLA)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Keywords<\/h2>\n

    Population, Census, Falsification, Nigeria, Implication<\/p>\n

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