The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), Boss Mustapha, has said President Muhammadu Buhari is committed to the improvement of the welfare of Nigerians.

Mustapha said this at the 2023 Population and Housing Census Breakfast meeting with partners on Thursday, in Abuja.

The SGF who was represented by the Senior Special Adviser to the President on Policy and Coordination, Dr Habiba Muda-Lawal said;

“The Federal Government under the able leadership of President Muhammadu Buhari is irrevocably committed to improving the welfare of the Nigerian people.

“Practical demonstration has been given to this commitment through formulation and implementation of landmark projects in education, health, economy, infrastructure and social investment drive.’’

Mustapha explained that the Country’s policies and programmes were driven by the strong conviction that the people of Nigeria are the greatest asset in the development process.

“Having an accurate and reliable headcount that provides detailed information on the size, distribution and characteristics of the population is an essential step towards harnessing their huge potential.”

The SGF described the April 2023 Census, as a historic moment for the Nation that embodies National aspirations and commitment to take the Nation to the highest pedestal of development planning.

Mustapha however commended the partners for identifying with the Nigerian people, as an eloquent testimony to the enduring partnership between the Government and the People of Nigeria.

Speaking at the meeting the Executive Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC) Alhaji Nasir Kwarra, called on the international community and relevant partners to join hands with the National Population Commission in realising the dream.

Kwarra said that the meeting was aimed at looking at the areas of the commission that would require assistance and support to bridge the funding gaps for the next census.

“The specific objectives of this breakfast meeting are, to solicit support and mobilise resources to bridge the resources gaps, and promote robust National and International collaboration.’’