National Institute for Sports - Nigeria
The National Institute for Sports (NIS) was conceptualized in 1972. It was formally established in 1974 by the Administration of then Head of State and Commander in-Chief of Armed Forces of Nigeria, Gen. Yakubu Gowon based on the need by the government to improve Nigeria’s performance in international sporting competition.
Basic Information
- Category: organization
- Founded: 1974
- Website: https://www.nis.gov.ng
Documented Facts
- Email: nisadmissionoffice@nis.gov.ng (No linked source recorded for this statement.)
- Founded: 1974 (No linked source recorded for this statement.)
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- Recorded profile date: 2026-04-22
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The National Institute for Sports (NIS) was conceptualized in 1972. It was formally established in 1974 by the Administration of then Head of State and Commander in-Chief of Armed Forces of Nigeria, Gen. Yakubu Gowon based on the need by the government to improve Nigeria’s performance in international sporting competition.
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