NIS DG Philip Shaibu says Blueprint award will spur him to do more for Nigerian sports
The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), H.E. Comrade Philip Shaibu, has been honoured as the Sports Personality of the Year by Blueprint Newspaper in recognition of his contributions to sports development and the growth of the Nigerian sports sector.
The prestigious recognition highlights Shaibu’s leadership and ongoing efforts to reposition the National Institute for Sports as a stronger institution for sports training, professional development and capacity building in Nigeria.
Shaibu was represented at the award ceremony by the Institute Librarian, Dr. Omo Atsenokhai, who received the honour on behalf of the NIS Director General and CEO.
Philip Shaibu: Award Will Spur Me to Do More
Reacting to the recognition, Philip Shaibu expressed appreciation to Blueprint Newspaper for the honour, describing it as an encouragement to intensify his efforts towards the development of sports in Nigeria.
According to the NIS boss, the award will further motivate him to contribute to the repositioning of the National Institute for Sports and the advancement of Nigerian sports.
Shaibu said the recognition reinforces his commitment to initiatives aimed at improving sports training, capacity building and professional development while creating better opportunities for athletes, coaches, sports administrators and other professionals within the Nigerian sports ecosystem.
NIS Leadership Focuses on Sports Development
The NIS Director General also acknowledged the collective contribution of the management and staff of the Institute, stressing that the award represents the efforts of everyone working towards strengthening the institution.
Under Shaibu’s leadership, the National Institute for Sports continues to focus on improving the capacity of sports professionals and supporting the broader development of Nigeria’s sports industry.
The NIS remains a key institution responsible for sports education, training and capacity development, making its role crucial to the long-term development of athletes, coaches and sports administrators across the country.
Shaibu Reaffirms Commitment to Nigerian Sports
Philip Shaibu reaffirmed his commitment to driving initiatives that will enhance the skills and professional capacity of sports practitioners while contributing to the growth of Nigerian sports.
The Blueprint Sports Personality of the Year award adds to the recognition of Shaibu’s leadership and reform efforts at the National Institute for Sports.
The honour is also a reflection of the growing attention being given to efforts aimed at improving sports administration, training and professional development in Nigeria.
As Nigeria continues to seek sustainable growth in the sports sector, the National Institute for Sports is expected to play an increasingly important role in developing the human capacity required to take Nigerian sports to the next level.
