The chairman of Nigeria’s National Population Commission (NPC), Dr. Aminu Yusuf Wushishi, dies on Friday, eight months after assuming office. His death is confirmed by people close to him, including his media adviser, who says he dies after a brief illness.
The reports note that Wushishi was 66 years old and had been sworn in after being appointed by President Bola Tinubu. Nigerian Eye and other outlets say he was appointed in October 2025 and took up the substantive chairmanship on December 2, 2025. The circumstances surrounding his death are described as unknown by some sources at the time of publication.
One outlet focuses mainly on the confirmation of death and his home state, while another adds biographical details, including his previous public service roles and education. Across the accounts, the shared theme is the timing—his death comes about eight months into the role—and the lack of detailed information about the exact medical or investigative circumstances.
