NIS DG Awards N500,000 for Aerobics Participation

Comrade Philip Shaibu, the Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Institute for Sports (NIS), presented a cash reward of N500,000 to Miss Usifoh Godsthought, a staff member who teaches French, in recognition of her consistent participation in the NIS aerobics exercise program. The award was announced in a statement by Ben Ogbemudia, the Special Assistant on Media to the DG.

The presentation occurred shortly after a Tuesday aerobics session, emphasizing the institute's commitment to promoting physical health and well-being among its workforce. Shaibu stated that the reward serves to encourage a culture of prioritizing personal health and fitness, which are vital for professional effectiveness.

The aerobics sessions, held every Tuesday and Thursday at NIS offices nationwide, are part of an initiative to enhance staff fitness and productivity. Shaibu urged all staff to actively participate in these sessions, highlighting that a healthy workforce is essential for improved performance and service delivery.