Nigerian Census Mired Over Religion Question

Nigeria is preparing for a census in 2005, but arrangements are mired in controversy. The Christian Association of Nigeria insists that religion (as well as tribe) be included in the census questionnaire before Christians will participate. AllAfrica reports yesterday that Nigeria's National Population Commission says that it is up to Nigerian President Obasanjo to present the question to the National Council of States. Only that body can order the questions included.