Tinubu Mourns NPC Chairman Yusuf

President Bola Tinubu has expressed sorrow over the passing of the chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Dr Aminu Yusuf, describing his death as a profound loss to Niger State and the nation.
Yusuf passed away on Friday at the age of 66 after a brief illness.

In a statement by his spokesman, Bayo Onanuga, the president extended condolences to the government and people of Niger State, particularly the people of Wushishi local government area, as well as the deceased’s family, friends, associates and colleagues who mourn this painful loss.

Tinubu described Dr Yusuf as a distinguished son of Niger State, a consummate public servant, and a patriot who devoted much of his life to serving his community, his state, and the nation.

He noted Yusuf’s long record of public service, which included his tenure as executive chairman of wushishi local government area, service in the political and administrative affairs of Niger State, membership of the Board of the National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), and his appointment as Special Adviser on Political Affairs to the Governor of Niger State.

The president urged the leadership and staff of the National Population Commission to preserve the legacy of their late Chairman by remaining committed to the reforms and institutional strengthening he championed in the service of Nigeria.