Nigeria Can Become Africa’s Next Sports Destination- Shaibu
By Arinzechi Chukwunonso The Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), H.E. Comrade Philip Shaibu, has declared that Nigeria possesses the potential to emerge as Africa’s leading sports destination — if stakeholders across the sector work deliberately in unison. Speaking in Rabat, Morocco, shortly after Nigeria’s 4–2 penalty shootout […]
Shaibu Unveils 10-Year Blueprint As NIS Targets World-Class Status
Reporting By: Arinzechi Chukwunonso Director General, National Institute for Sports (NIS) Comrade Philip Shaibu, has unveiled a long-term vision to reposition the Institute as a world-class sports education hub. Speaking at the convocation ceremony of the 2025 Basic Certificate Coaching Course held at the NIS premises within the Moshood Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, Shaibu […]
FG Defends New Passport Fee Hike, Says Reform Will End Corruption
By Sofiat Adenekan The Federal Government has justified the sharp increase in Nigerian passport fees, insisting the new charges will eliminate corruption, restore credibility, and ensure quicker delivery of travel documents. Effective September 1, 2025, applicants in Nigeria will pay N100,000 for a 32-page, five-year passport and N200,000 for a 64-page, 10-year passport, according to […]
Customs, Sister Agencies Deepen Collaboration on National Security
By Oluwakemi Kindness The Comptroller-General of Customs (CGC), Adewale Adeniyi, has reaffirm the Nigeria Customs Service’s commitment to deepening collaboration with agencies under the Civil Defence, Correctional, Fire and Immigration Services Board (CDCFIB). This is as he describes shared facilities and joint operations as critical to strengthening national security. According to a statement on Saturday, […]