WorksheetsUnderstanding Nigeria's Census
Total questions: 10
Worksheet time: 5mins
What year was the first census conducted in Nigeria?
1871
1900
1950
1866
Name one major reason for conducting a census in Nigeria.
To gather accurate demographic data for planning and resource allocation.
To assess the impact of climate change on agriculture.
To determine the number of languages spoken in Nigeria.
To conduct a survey on public opinion.
What challenges does Nigeria face in conducting a census?
High population density
Logistical issues, security concerns, political interference, inadequate funding, and public distrust.
Advanced technology use
Strong international support
How often is the national census supposed to be conducted in Nigeria?
Every 5 years
Every 10 years
Every 20 years
Every 15 years
What was a significant outcome of the 2006 census in Nigeria?
The census showed a population of 100 million.
The census revealed a population of over 140 million.
The census indicated a population decrease.
The census was conducted in 2010.
Why is public trust important for a successful census?
Public trust is essential for accurate participation and data collection in a census.
Public trust is irrelevant for census accuracy.
Public trust only affects the census budget.
Public trust is only important for private surveys.
What technology is used to improve census data collection in Nigeria?
Satellite imagery analysis
Paper-based surveys
Mobile data collection applications and GIS technology.
Face-to-face interviews
Name one group that may be undercounted in a census.
Senior citizens
Homeless individuals
Full-time employees
College students
What role does the National Population Commission play in the census?
The National Population Commission is responsible for international census comparisons.
The National Population Commission only collects demographic data.
The National Population Commission conducts and coordinates the national census.
The National Population Commission manages the distribution of census results.
How can inaccurate census data affect government planning?
Inaccurate census data has no impact on resource allocation.
Inaccurate census data can lead to misallocation of resources and ineffective government planning.
Inaccurate census data can improve government planning.
Inaccurate census data guarantees equal distribution of resources.
