By Tony Obiechina, Abuja
The Statistician General of the Federation, Prince Adeyemi Adeniran, has urged the media and Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) to be objective and patriotic in reporting statistical data disseminated by the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS).
Prince Adeniran who made the appeal in his keynote address at a retreat for journalists and CSOs held in Keffi, Nasarawa State, emphasized the importance of accurate and unbiased reporting, stating that the media and CSOs play a crucial role in national statistics production.
Adeniran said, “The media and CSOs serve as a bridge between statistical agencies and the public,” By facilitating communication, promoting understanding, and fostering accountability, the media enhance the credibility and relevance of national statistics, empowering citizens to make informed decisions.”
The Statistician General, who was represented by Director of Agriculture and Business Statistics Department, Biyi Fafunmi, explained that the retreat aimed to equip journalists and CSOs with the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively communicate statistics to the public.
Earlier, the Director of Communication and Public Relations, Mr. Sunday Joel Ichedi, emphasized the importance of accurate and informed reporting of statistics.
He pledged the NBS’s continued support to the media and CSOs in overcoming challenges they face in reporting complex statistical issues.
“We believe that accurate and informed reporting of statistics is essential for promoting transparency, accountability, and evidence-based decision-making in Nigeria,” Mr. Ichedi said.
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