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JUST IN: FG To Recruit 1 Million Nigerians For 2023 Census – #CPC

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JUST IN: FG To Recruit 1 Million Nigerians For 2023 Census#CPC–The National Population Commission (NPC), has disclosed that the Federal Government will recruit a total of one million Nigerians for the conduct of the 2023 National Census.

The agency also assured that a reliable technological innovation had been advanced by the NPC for the conduct of the exercise to prevent politicians and interested elites from hijacking or manipulating the process.

The Commissioner representing Ekiti at the NPC, Mr. Deji Ajayi, said this in Ado Ekiti, on Monday, at a press conference heralding the trial census to be conducted in Ekiti preparatory to next year’s main census exercise.

The former Ekiti State Head of Service added that nine towns across nine local governments selected out of the 16 councils in the state had been delineated into Enumerated Areas(EAs) to ease the trial census.

The retired Permanent Secretary said areas to be enumerated in the trial census in Ekiti include: Ado, Emure, Iro, Ijero, Ikole, Iworoko, Ise, Ikun, and Omuo Ekiti.

Ajayi said: “This is the first time we will be doing a paperless census, everything will be digital to check corruption and bring about accurate data that can help national development.

“Census is a massive operation that will engage one million personnel and managing such a huge workforce manually will raise huge logistical and documentation challenges.

“It is in recognition of this fact that the NPC resolved that recruitment for the 2023 census will be done electronically. This trial census will provide opportunity to test the feasibility of e-recruitment.”

Reeling out the significance of census to nation-building, Ajayi said population statistics would be used by private organisations to plan for the recruitment of young Nigerians by knowing the number of the active population.

“The government will also use such statistics to plan for our youth, students and the health needs of Nigerians. They will also know the number of gerontocrats, who should be catered for,” he said.

Assuring that the exercise will be difficult to manipulate, the NPC boss said: “Technology is open to manipulation, but NPC has gone a step higher by having an updated technology innovation that can prevent multiple registrations.

“The biometric technology will capture your face and fingerprints and goes to the server and any similar information supplied will be noticed and expunged from the data immediately.

“This time, no person, who is not seen will register as a Nigerian. We have put everything in place to ensure that this exercise will neither be hijacked nor politicised.

“The commission has intensified preparatory activities deploying technological innovation on a massive scale to conduct a truly scientific census that will not only be accurate and reliable but also transparent to all Nigerians.”

“We have also brought in some eggheads from our universities and retired experts from the civil service to train our workers for better efficiency”, he stated.

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Davido Unveils Tracklist for Upcoming Album ORIADÉ

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Davido Unveils Tracklist for Upcoming Album ORIADÉ—-The Afrobeats superstar has unveiled the official 13-track lineup for his sixth studio album, featuring collaborations with Black Sherif, Aya Nakamura, Leon Thomas, Mayorkun, FOLA and Llona ahead of its July 31 release.

Nigerian music superstar Davido has officially unveiled the tracklist for his highly anticipated sixth studio album, ORIADÉ, giving fans their clearest look yet at what to expect from one of the year’s biggest Afrobeats releases.

The 13-track project, scheduled for release on July 31, 2026, marks a significant milestone in Davido’s career as it arrives exactly 15 years after he launched his professional music journey. The album blends Afrobeats with global influences and features an impressive lineup of guest artists, underscoring the singer’s continued international appeal.

Davido Reveals ORIADÉ Tracklist

Among the featured artists are Ghanaian star Black Sherif, French-Malian singer Aya Nakamura, American R&B artist Leon Thomas, as well as Nigerian acts Mayorkun, FOLA, and Llona. The collaborations have heightened anticipation among fans, many of whom have praised the diversity of the lineup across social media.

The album includes the previously released single “I Know Who I Be,” which has served as the lead single and offered listeners an early taste of the sound and direction Davido intends to explore on the new project. The singer has previously described ORIADÉ as a deeply personal body of work with something for every type of listener.

Davido first announced the album in June through a cinematic teaser inspired by Yoruba culture and royalty, revealing both the title and release date. The title ORIADÉ has since generated widespread conversation among fans, with many interpreting it as a celebration of heritage, identity and achievement.

The unveiling of the tracklist has further intensified excitement ahead of Friday’s release, with fans eagerly awaiting what could become another landmark project in Davido’s celebrated career. Having consistently delivered chart-topping albums and hit singles over the past decade and a half, the award-winning singer will be looking to add another successful chapter to his discography with ORIADÉ.

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Roberto Mancini Appointed Italy Head Coach for Second Spell

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Roberto Mancini Appointed Italy Head Coach for Second Spell—-The Italian Football Federation has confirmed the return of Euro 2020-winning manager Roberto Mancini, who replaces Gennaro Gattuso as the Azzurri begin a new era following another World Cup qualification failure.

Roberto Mancini has been appointed as Italy’s new head coach for a second spell in charge, the Italian Football Federation (FIGC) confirmed on Tuesday, marking the return of the manager who guided the Azzurri to UEFA Euro 2020 glory.

The 61-year-old replaces Gennaro Gattuso, who stepped down after Italy failed to qualify for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, extending the nation’s unprecedented run of missing three consecutive World Cup tournaments. FIGC President Giovanni Malagò confirmed Mancini’s appointment during a Federal Council meeting, describing him as the best candidate to lead the national team’s rebuild.

Mancini previously managed Italy between 2018 and 2023, transforming the national side after their failure to qualify for the 2018 World Cup. His greatest achievement came in 2021 when he led the Azzurri to the European Championship title, defeating England on penalties at Wembley. However, his first tenure was also overshadowed by Italy’s failure to qualify for the 2022 World Cup before he resigned in 2023 to take charge of Saudi Arabia.

After leaving Saudi Arabia, Mancini spent time with Qatar’s Al-Sadd before becoming available for an international return. His reappointment follows a turbulent period within the federation after attempts to appoint Pep Guardiola and Andrea Pirlo both collapsed. Pirlo’s candidacy was abandoned following controversy surrounding his commercial ties to a Russian betting company, triggering the resignations of newly appointed FIGC technical director Paolo Maldini and adviser Leonardo.

As part of the federation’s restructuring, veteran coach Claudio Ranieri has been named Italy’s new technical director. The former Leicester City and Roma manager will oversee the country’s football development programme while working closely with Mancini as the federation seeks to restore the Azzurri to the summit of international football.

Mancini’s immediate priority will be rebuilding confidence within the national team ahead of the UEFA Nations League campaign and the qualification process for UEFA Euro 2028. Italy’s recent struggles have intensified calls for sweeping reforms, but federation officials believe the return of the Euro-winning coach offers the stability and experience needed to guide the four-time world champions back to the elite level of international football.

The appointment marks a remarkable return for one of Italy’s most successful modern managers. Having already delivered a major international trophy during his first spell, Mancini will now be tasked with restoring pride to the Azzurri and ensuring the national team never again endures the disappointment of missing football’s biggest tournament.

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