Nigeria’s population, increasing by 3.2 per cent annually, which projects to 216 in 2022, may hit 400 million by 2050.
This projection is according to the United Nations Population Fund UNFPA
This will make Nigeria the world’s most populated nation.
A UNFPA Deputy Country Representative, Erika Goldson made the assertion on Thursday in Abuja at the National Population Commission, NPC celebration of 2022 World Population Day.
She represented the Executive Director, UNFPA United Nations Population Fund Resident Representative, Ulla Mueller at the celebration.
She said that African nations are relying on Nigeria to assist in achieving the Sustainable and Development Goals, SDGs, 2030, for the continent.
According to her, “As you may be aware, Nigeria’s population is currently increasing at a rate of 3.2 percent annually and it is projected at 216 million in 2022 and may reach 400 million by 2050, making it the world’s most populated nation.
“This rapid population increase implies that Africa and global attempts to achieve the SDGs rely heavily on Nigeria’s development. So, my Nigerian compatriots, you have a huge responsibility to lead the African region,” she said.
