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17 Teams Rumbles in FCT, As Paul E U17 Tourney start on Friday

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4 years ago

April 12, 2023

All is now set for the commencement of the Paul E U17 Cup which will be held in Abuja from 14 to 24 April 2023.

According to the fixtures made available by the Organizers, Paul E Academy will be taking on Jazzy Stars Feeders in the opening match slated for the 14th of April, 2023 at Area 10 Old Parade Ground Garki Abuja.

Group A of the tournament will comprise Successful Pillars, Derby FA, Like Minds FA, Flight FA and Jay 1 FA.

Group B will include

Olympic Hybrid FA, Daniel FA, Youth Arise FA and Turf Arena FA.

Clubs like: Virtual FC, Gamji Sports, HB Academy, and Peculiar FA will battle it out in Group C.

While the quartet of Paul E Academy, Jazzy Stars Feeders, Crown Tee FA and Shield City FA will slug it out for the quarter final ticket in Group D. Two teams are expected to emerge from each of the groups for the quarter finals.

The winner of the tournament is expected to return home with one thousand dollars, with other prizes and gifts.

According to the Organizing Committee Chairman, Patrick Ngwaogu the general screening and Accreditation of players will hold on Thursday at Area 10 Old Parade Ground, while the Refereeing Seminar will take place at Novare Hotel, Wuse Zone 5 Abuja same day by 2pm.

17 teams drawn from the six geo-political zones are taking part in the 8 days tournament.

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PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon Splashes Big Prize Money Ahead Of 14 November 2026 Race

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17 hours ago

October 25, 2026

The Gleamer

Top Three Elite Finishers To Earn $8,000, $6,000 And $5,000 Respectively

The organisers of the highly anticipated PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon have announced an attractive prize package for athletes across every category ahead of the race on 14 November 2026 in Abuja.

The prize announcement has been welcomed by athletes and coaches, as the event continues to establish itself as one of the leading road races in Nigeria. The race offers local athletes the chance to compete against international runners in front of a home crowd, while also earning meaningful rewards.

In the elite category, first place earns $8,000, second place takes $6,000, third place gets $5,000, fourth place receives $4,000, fifth place goes home with $3,000, sixth place earns $2,000, seventh place takes $1,000, and eighth place gets $500.

In the Nigerian category, first place earns ₦2,000,000, second place takes ₦1,500,000, third place gets ₦1,000,000, fourth place receives ₦500,000, fifth place goes home with ₦300,000, sixth place earns ₦200,000, seventh place takes ₦100,000, and eighth place gets ₦50,000.

According to the organisers, the prize structure reflects the commitment of PremiumTrust Bank to the growth of athletics in Nigeria and to the encouragement of home based athletes. The separate Nigerian category ensures that local runners are properly recognised and rewarded for their performance.

The half marathon, which covers 21 kilometres, remains an important event for long distance runners. It serves as a test of endurance and preparation, and it provides a competitive platform for athletes building towards major national and international competitions.

The race is expected to draw elite athletes, club runners, corporate teams, fitness enthusiasts and supporters from across Nigeria and beyond. The turnout is expected to be high, given the interest already shown since registration opened.

Organisers have advised interested runners to register early through the official registration portal of the race to secure their participation, as arrangements are being put in place for timing, security, medical support and traffic management on race day.

The prize money is now confirmed, attention will shift to the athletes as they complete their final weeks of training and preparations ahead of the race day.

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