BY ADELU PRAISE DEBORAH
The Director General and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), H. E. Comrade Philip Shaibu says the institute will partner with the National Assembly in discovery of young Nigerians athletes across their various constituents.
The immediate past Deputy Governor of Edo state also pressed on the issue of qualified coaches that will be trained by the institution especially coaches that will be deployed to locals, state and federal levels.
The NIS Boss disclosed this at the Hon. Patrick Umoh, Chairman, House Committee on Health Institutions and member representing Ikot Ekpene/ Essien Udim / Obot Akara Federal Constituency grand football finale held at the Ikot Ekpene Township Stadium, Ikot Ekpene LGA, Akwa Ibom State on Sunday, 7th September 2025.
” This is an opportunity to inform you that, we at the NIS are ready to partner with the National Assembly in discovery of young athletes for Nigeria.
” I know through you all in your various constituents, we can reach out to grassroots where the children are. Remember that through sports, we can curb criminal activities in this country.
“Another thing is, we will no longer tolerate anybody who is not a certified coach in this country. Reasons are that these children are foundation of our athletes. What you impact on them is what will show them as they grow up. Therefore, we in NIS are saying no more quackery in coaches in Nigeria. If you want to coach, you must earn the qualifications.
“Once again, we are ready to partner with you through your various constituency projects in achieving this laudable objective in turning the sporting eco-system in our country.
Comrade Philip Shaibu has a distinguished record as an accomplished sportsman, former captain of Bendel Insurance Football Club, and respected sports administrator is such that his presence at the event didn’t not only emphasise the vital role of sports in youth development but also serve as a powerful inspiration and morale booster to the young talents who was showcases their skills.
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