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Over 150 foreign, Nigerians Elites runners set for Abuja Int. Marathon Tomorrow
… $110,000, other prizes up for grab
Joel Ajayi
The much-awaited first ever Abuja Marathon will take place Tomorrow Saturday 29th April 2023 in the Nigeria’s capital city where $110,000 will be won in male and female $55,000 each.
The runners which include 32 international 120 elites Nigerian athletes.
The Abuja International Marathon tomorrow will be in three categories, the 5km Student Race, the 10 km Family Run and the 42.195 Full Marathon.
Speaking at the world press briefing on Friday in Abuja, the Director of Sports in FCT Lukas Itsfanus speaking on behalf of FCT Administration said the nation capital city is ready to host Abuja international Marathon that all Nigerians will be proud of.
According to him, this is the first time we are doing this, we are looking for the support of everyone to the success of the program.
“I want to assure you that, we are going to have a lot pleasant moment In Abuja.”
Speaking on the Benefits of Marathon to runners and citizen Mrs Joyce Bozimo, said marathon is an enduring race, it’s like journey of life that need endurance before making it in life.
Marathon race is beyond religious, it’s beyond political party that is why marathon give a very good health, it promote peaceful co-existence, it promote tourism and a lot of benefits that that is the aim of the Marathon race in FCT.
On his own, the Race Director Olukayode Thomas highlighted the Marathon route.
According to him, the full Marathon, the 42 kilometers race event will commence 6:00am at City gate and terminate at eagles square.
“The Student/Children 5km race will start 6:15am from Zone 4 bridge/ Sani Abacha bridge and end at Eagles Square.
“While the 10km Family fun race Start at Wuye bridge and terminate at Eagles Square.”
While giving the hint on the the number of athletes expect to take part in tomorrow even, Coach Gabriel Okon said the the elite runners include 32 international 120 elites Nigerian athletes.
However, the foreign countries include Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia and Bahrain.
Meanwhile, An Artist know as Reekado Banks will be performing live at the Abuja International Marathon’s Finish point the Eagle Square car park.
Sports
Speaker House Reps, Abbas, Others Thumbs NFF President Over NFF-FIFA Players’ Hostel and New Training Pitches
…Says It Will Boost Nigeria’s Economy
By Joel Ajayi
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Tajudeen Abbas, has commended the President of the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF), Alhaji Ibrahim Gusau, for initiating the NFF-FIFA Players’ Hostel and new training pitches, describing it as a transformational project that will boost Nigeria’s economy.
Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony on Tuesday at the MKO Abiola National Stadium, Abuja, Speaker Abbas praised the initiative and pledged the National Assembly’s full support.
“This is a noble project, and the National Assembly will give it full support. I congratulate the National Sports Commission and the Nigeria Football Federation, and I thank FIFA for agreeing to fund this project,” he stated while cutting the ceremonial tape.
He also assured the House of Representatives’ support for the visionary leadership of Engineer Ibrahim Musa Gusau and the NFF in other key areas where assistance is required.
Leading the FIFA delegation, Gelson Fernandes (Deputy Chief Member Associations Officer/Regional Director, Africa) reiterated FIFA’s commitment to funding the project, emphasizing that infrastructure development has been a priority since the tenure of President Gianni Infantino began.
Expressing his excitement, NFF President Ibrahim Gusau stated that the hostel and training pitches will serve all Nigerian national teams, leagues, and academies.
“Indeed, my joy knows no bounds. From the day my Executive Committee and I were sworn into office in Benin City on Friday, 30th September 2022, I was determined to push this project forward as a legacy for Nigerian football.
“For sustained success, we must provide a conducive environment, infrastructure, equipment, and support systems that enable players and officials to perform at their best.
“Building a players’ hostel and having new training pitches will not only enhance team management but also reduce costs, allowing us to invest more in grassroots development programs.”
Several dignitaries present at the event applauded Gusau’s leadership, determination, and commitment to football development in Nigeria.
The event was well attended by local and international stakeholders, including sports enthusiasts, who witnessed the groundbreaking ceremony of the NFF-FIFA Players’ Hostel and Training Pitches.
In addition to the hostel, the project includes:Two new training pitches (one synthetic and one natural grass). Reconstruction of the existing synthetic pitch.
Also, Spectators’ sitting terraces with 1,838 seats.Two dressing rooms for players, each accommodating 27 players.Two dressing rooms for officials.
The construction is expected to last 24 months and is fully funded by FIFA under its FIFA Forward 3.0 programme.
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