10 Sep, 2025
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Coaches Association Congratulate Shaibu on NIS Appointment

The Nigeria Football Coaches Association (NFCA) has hailed the appointment of Rt. Hon. Comrade Philip Shaibu as the new Director General of the National Institute of Sports (NIS), describing it as a pivotal moment for Nigerian sports development. In a statement issued by NFCA President Isah Ladan Bosso, the association praised Shaibu’s extensive experience as […]

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Tinubu Appoints Shaibu as National Institute for Sports DG

President Bola Tinubu has named Comrade Philip Shaibu, the immediate-past deputy governor of Edo State, as the new Director-General of the National Institute for Sports (NIS). Shaibu is tasked with spearheading reforms to revitalize the institute and enhance its role in advancing Nigeria’s sports sector. Established in 1974, the NIS, a parastatal under the National […]

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Shaibu Congratulates Super Eagles on Rwanda Win

The immediate past Deputy Governor of Edo State, Comrade Philip Shaibu, has congratulated the Nigeria Super Eagles on their impressive 2-0 victory over Rwanda in Kigali. Shaibu also extended his congratulations to the Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau-led Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), praising the team’s performance as a significant boost for the players and Nigerians worldwide. The […]

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Edo Lost Out on Federal Support Under Obaseki, Shaibu Reveals

Former Edo State Deputy Governor Philip Shaibu has commended Governor Monday Okpebholo for securing federal government support within his first 100 days in office. Shaibu stated that this achievement was not possible under the previous administration led by Godwin Obaseki. Shaibu, who served under Obaseki, praised Okpebholo’s ability to engage with the federal government, securing […]