Senate Confirms Yusuf as New NPC Chairman Amid Major Government Reshuffle - Key Appointments Approved to Boost Census and National Planning

In a sweeping reorganization at the federal level, the Nigerian Senate has officially confirmed Mr. Yusuf as the new Chairman of the National Population Commission (NPC).

This ratification is part of a broader strategy to strengthen the country’s demographic planning and ensure the successful execution of upcoming national census operations.

Alongside Yusuf’s appointment, the Senate also approved a slate of commissioners representing various geopolitical zones, underscoring the administration’s commitment to inclusive and data-driven governance. These strategic confirmations are expected to inject fresh energy and professionalism into the NPC, an institution crucial to Nigeria’s socio-economic development and resource allocation.

The new leadership comes at a critical juncture, as Nigeria prepares for a long-overdue national census, a project requiring meticulous coordination, advanced technology, and robust public trust. Analysts view the Senate’s swift approval process as a strong endorsement of Yusuf’s leadership credentials and the government’s renewed focus on accurate population data as a foundation for policy-making.

This leadership overhaul is widely regarded as a key step towards modernizing the NPC, streamlining national planning processes, and improving the credibility of demographic statistics essential for developmental goals, including infrastructure, healthcare, education, and electoral reforms.