Shaibu Commends President Tinubu Over Nationwide Sports Infrastructure Revamp

The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), H.E. Comrade Philip Shaibu, has expressed profound appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, for approving the comprehensive renovation and redevelopment of key national sports facilities across Nigeria.

Shaibu described the approval as a bold and visionary step capable of transforming the nation’s sports sector, enhancing athlete development, strengthening sports administration, and repositioning Nigeria for global competitiveness.

He particularly applauded the redevelopment of the 200-bed athletes’ hostel at the Package B of the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, noting that the project would significantly support the activities of the National Institute for Sports in training athletes, coaches, administrators, and technical personnel.

‘This development is highly commendable and timely. The approval of the renovation of critical sports infrastructure, especially the redevelopment of the 200-bed athletes’ hostel at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, will greatly enhance the operations of the National Institute for Sports.

‘It will improve our ability to organize training programmes for athletes, coaches, and sports personnel while creating a more suitable environment for learning, development, and high-performance sports education,’ Shaibu stated.

He further commended President Tinubu for demonstrating genuine commitment to youth empowerment, infrastructure renewal, and sustainable sports development through the Renewed Hope Agenda.

Shaibu also extended special appreciation to the Director General of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, for his tireless efforts and strategic leadership in facilitating impactful projects capable of reviving the nation’s sports sector.

‘I must sincerely appreciate the DG of the National Sports Commission, Hon. Bukola Olopade, for his dedication and commitment towards ensuring that these laudable projects become a reality. His efforts clearly show a strong passion for the growth and modernization of Nigerian sports,’ he added.

The NIS DG emphasized that the latest approvals validate the importance of collaboration among stakeholders within the sports sector, stressing that meaningful progress can only be achieved through synergy, institutional support, and proper coordination.

‘This is the kind of collaboration I have consistently advocated for since assuming office. The future of Nigerian sports depends on our collective ability to work together towards common goals. When institutions collaborate effectively, the results will naturally reflect in athlete performance, infrastructure development, talent discovery, and sports economy growth,’ Shaibu said.