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25 Days to Go: PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon Gears Up to Redefine African Marathon Experience
Cyril Ogar
In just 25 days, the heartbeat of Nigeria will echo to the rhythm of thousands of runners as the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon returns for its highly anticipated second edition on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
The event promises to blend sport, culture, and purpose, celebrating human endurance and national pride in one remarkable spectacle.
With its World Athletics Label distinction, the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon has evolved beyond a local race. It now represents Africa’s emerging signature on the global running map.
“We are building a legacy of excellence, and Abuja is the stage,” said Yetunde Olopade, Managing Director of Nilayo Sports Management Limited (NSML), organizers of the event. “The second edition is about showing the world that Nigeria can host an event that combines precision, passion, and purpose.”
The theme for this year, “Steady Stride,” captures the discipline, determination, and focus that define marathon running. It symbolizes progress through consistency, reflecting Nigeria’s journey toward sporting excellence and a healthier, more united society. From elite marathoners chasing records to first-time runners pursuing personal milestones, every participant will embody the power of taking steady strides toward greatness.
As title sponsor, PremiumTrust Bank continues to connect corporate commitment with community impact. Its sustained support goes beyond branding; it represents belief in Nigeria’s potential to deliver global-standard sporting experiences that inspire the next generation.
Abuja is already preparing to welcome athletes from Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda, Europe, and Asia. The city’s infrastructure is being fine-tuned, routes are measured to precision, and volunteers are mobilized to ensure a world-class experience. For one day in December, the Federal Capital Territory will transform into a vibrant stage of colour, competition, and camaraderie.
The race route, stretching from the City Gate through the Central Business District and around the iconic Aso Drive, offers both challenge and beauty. It tells the story of a city that moves with purpose, rhythm, and resolve.
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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja
Joel Ajayi
The countdown to the 2026 All Africa Challenge Trophy (AACT) has officially entered the final month, with just 31 days to go before Africa’s leading women’s team golf championship tees off at the IBB International Golf & Country Club in Abuja.
In a statement signed by the AACT 2026Director of Communication Kayode Adeniyi on Friday in Abuja.
Under the theme “Africa Is Coming to Abuja,” the countdown campaign will spotlight the championship, the participating nations, the players, the host venue and the growing development of women’s golf across the continent.
The 2026 AACT, scheduled for November 2–7, will bring together women’s golfing talent from across Africa for six days of continental competition in Nigeria’s capital.
As preparations continue at the IBB International Golf & Country Club, attention is increasingly turning to Abuja, where the championship will provide a platform for African golfers to compete while also showcasing Nigeria’s hospitality and the country’s growing profile as a destination for major sporting events.
The countdown will feature daily stories, interviews, player and country profiles, tournament facts, behind-the-scenes updates and features on the host venue as the championship draws closer.
The campaign will also highlight the role of the Ladies Golf Association of Nigeria (LGAN), the Local Organising Committee and other stakeholders in preparing for the continental championship.
With just 31 days remaining, anticipation is building across the African golfing community as Abuja prepares to welcome the continent’s leading women golfers.
Africa is coming to Abuja.
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