The Nigerian Bureau of Statistics’ questionable methods

The Nigerian Bureau of Statistics (NBS) gained significant prominence during the tenure of the brilliant Dr. Yemi Kale.

Under his leadership, the NBS served as a reliable barometer to measure government performance and an essential tool for policy formulation and execution. Its reports provided Nigerians with a transparent view of how the government was performing, serving as a constant reminder to the Buhari administration that it was falling short of its promises.

The NBS of that era was renowned for its unbiased, articulate, and serious reports, earning the trust of Nigerians who eagerly anticipated its publications for various purposes.
However, since Dr. Kale’s unceremonious exit, the NBS has seemingly sunk into lethargy, releasing questionable reports that continue to erode its credibility.

One such report, on kidnap ransom payments, sparked significant controversy, leading to tensions with authorities, as both parties exchanged allegations and denials. Still reeling from that fallout, the bureau has now ventured into an even more controversial terrain.

The GDP Rebasing Controversy
In its bid to rebase Nigeria’s GDP, the NBS has reportedly proposed including illegal activities such as prostitution and drug trafficking as part of legitimate economic activities.

The rationale? Twofold: European countries have implemented similar measures, and these activities have reportedly achieved enough scale to warrant inclusion.

This reasoning defies logic and raises profound ethical and practical concerns.

source: nairametrics.com

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