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FCT Agog As Eight Countries Jottle For ICC World Cup Ticket

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2 years ago

September 30, 2022

…. Players, Coaches Team Managers talk tough ahead of Sunday Opening Game

By Joel Ajay
It’s going to be battled to finish at the Moshood Abiola National Stadium as from today’s when eight countries including the host nation Nigeria will slug it for in the ICC division 2 world cup qualifiers slated for Friday September 30 to October 10.

To this end, coaches, Team Manager and Captains of all participating countries have expressed their readiness for the tournament where three countries will qualify for ICC division 1 tournament.

The participating teams includes Ghana, Rwanda, Mozambique, Malawi, Sierra Leone and kenya have arrived in Nigeria for the event.

They were speaking tough at the Press conference on Thursday in Abuja where 6 out eight countries took part.

On his own Nigeria Team Joseph Oche Onoja said Nigeria is ready to win the trophy it won in 2018: “We are champion in 2018, we are here to do it again. Our goal is to qualify for division one, we have a very young team.

While speaking the Rwanda Coach Martin Suja Armon said his expectations is for his boy to play games that everything Rwandans will be proud of: ” Our expectations we are ready to pay the game that every Rwanda will be proud of.

“We are preparing and prepared well, we had experience with almost all the teams, we done our work, we are not coming here to make up the number but to compete and win.”

On his own, Serria Lone Coach She John Kamara expressed confidently revealed that his team is going to carry the day, we did not fear any teams.”

Also, the like of Bostwana Coach Joseph Angara, Kenya Coach Josphat Irungu, Malawi Coach Arjune Menon as well as all the captains of all country said they are ready soar high in the tournament.

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Access Bank Lagos City Marathon: 10 Years of Excellence with 600,000 Athletes from 14 Countries Covering 42,000 KM

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51 mins ago

February 5, 2025

The Gleamer

The Access Bank Lagos City Marathon has solidified its reputation as one of Africa’s leading road races, and as it marks its 10th-anniversary edition, the numbers tell a story of remarkable growth and impact.

Since its inception, the marathon has attracted participants from 14 countries, with a staggering 600,000 registered athletes taking to the streets of Lagos. Over the past decade, these runners have collectively covered an impressive 42,000 kilometers, reinforcing the marathon’s place in the global athletics calendar.

The 10th edition, set for February 15, 2025, is expected to be the most exciting yet, with elite athletes, amateur runners, and fitness enthusiasts converging in Lagos for a world-class sporting spectacle.

With top-tier sponsors such as Access Bank, Casio (official time partner), Airtel (official telecommunications partner), Lagos State Government, World Athletics, 7Up, Rexona, Unilever, ROBB, Premier, Brila Media, Athletics Federation of Nigeria, FINERGE, and Aquafina, the marathon continues to raise the bar in terms of organization, prize money, and global recognition.

Leading up to the race, fans and participants will engage in the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon Expo from February 3-13, featuring fitness activities, brand activations, and exhibitions.

Additionally, superstar artists are set to thrill fans with live performances at the finish line, ensuring an unforgettable experience beyond the race.

As Lagos counts down to the big day, excitement is at an all-time high. Whether as competitors, spectators, or supporters, everyone is gearing up to make the 10th Access Bank Lagos City Marathon a landmark celebration in the world of sports and entertainment.

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