China Taxes Contraceptives as Births Plummet
China will tax condoms and contraceptive drugs from 2026 to encourage childbirth as births fall. Experts warn of risks like unplanned pregnancies. Read more on this policy shift.
China will tax condoms and contraceptive drugs from 2026 to encourage childbirth as births fall. Experts warn of risks like unplanned pregnancies. Read more on this policy shift.
Lagos State government explains new town development is a critical response to intense population pressure and infrastructure strain. Commissioner Oluyinka Olumide details plans for orderly expansion and climate-resilient communities. Read more.
A photographer's online comments about Nollywood actress Tonto Dikeh's natural appearance have ignited a fierce debate about ageing and professionalism. Discover the full story and netizens' reactions.
Dr. Aminu Yusuf, the new NPC Chairman, pledges a credible, technology-driven national census to shape Nigeria's future. Read his seven-point agenda for national renewal.
NPC Chairman reveals Nigeria's outdated population data affects planning and resource allocation. Learn why a new census is urgent for national development and youth empowerment.
UN projects Nigeria will rank 4th globally with 477 million people by 2100. Sub-Saharan Africa leads population growth through high fertility rates and youthful demographics.
The Federal Government unveils comprehensive data showing Nigeria's remarkable religious landscape, ranking among the world's most spiritually diverse nations with surprising figures.
South Korea faces a shocking demographic crisis as its population rapidly ages and loneliness epidemic creates booming death industry. Discover how funeral services are thriving while traditional family structures collapse.
Katsina State pioneers comprehensive e-birth registration system to capture vital data for all newborns, transforming healthcare and governance through digital innovation.
Poland faces a demographic emergency with birthrates hitting record lows, raising fears of abandoned towns and economic collapse within 20 years without urgent intervention.