Alhaji Hassan Bashiru has been appointed as the acting Chairman for the National Population Commission (NPopC).
The Director, Public Affairs Department, Mr Mohammed Isah, made this known on Friday in Abuja.
According to him, President Muhammadu Buhari approved the appointment on January 23.
Isah explained that the acting Chairman was the most senior of the federal commissioners.
Bashiru, a certified professional accountant, represents Bauchi State, the NPopC spokesman said.
Former Chairman of the commission, Mr Eze Duruiheoma’s tenure lapsed on January 23, after five years of service.