The Niger State Coordinator of the Adolescent Girls Initiative for Learning and Empowerment (AGILE) Project, Hajiya Maimuna Ibrahim Tahir, has condoled with Gov. Mohammed Umaru Bago and the people of Wushishi Local Government Area over the death of the Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC), Dr Aminu Yusuf.

Tahir, in a condolence message issued in Minna, described Yusuf’s death as a major loss to the people of Wushishi, Niger State and the country.

She described the late NPC chairman as a patriot and man of integrity who dedicated his life to public service and contributed to national development.

Tahir said Yusuf played important roles in strengthening public administration and the generation of credible demographic data required for effective planning and governance.

She noted that the deceased maintained a strong connection with the people of Wushishi throughout his public service career and remained committed to the development of his community.

The AGILE coordinator prayed for the repose of Yusuf’s soul and asked Allah to grant him Al-Jannatul Firdaus.

She also prayed for strength and comfort for the deceased’s family, the Niger State Government, the people of Wushishi and other Nigerians affected by the loss.

Yusuf, aged 66, died on Aug. 28, 2026, after a brief illness. He had served in various public positions before his appointment as Chairman of the NPC by President Bola Tinubu.