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13 DAYS TO GO: Abuja Is Ready For Premium Trust Bank Abuja City International half Marathon
It’s 13 days to the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International half Marathon, and Nigeria’s capital is about to show the world what it is made of. The clock is ticking, the streets are being prepared, and the medals are waiting as the capital gears up for one of its biggest days.
Organized by Nilayo Sports Management Limited, the race has grown into one of Nigeria’s biggest and most respected road races. Elite athletes, recreational runners, fitness lovers, corporate teams and families from across Nigeria and beyond are all coming to run in the Federal Capital Territory.
It is not just about the race. It is about athletics, fitness, entertainment and sports tourism, and what Abuja represents to the world. What started as a marathon is now a movement. A movement for healthy living. A movement for youth engagement. A movement for national unity. Every year, thousands of people take to the streets of Abuja not just to run, but to be part of something bigger than themselves. This year will be no different, only bigger.
The Managing Director/CEO of Nilayo Sports Management Limited, Mrs. Yetunde Olopade, has assured that this year’s edition will build on past successes and meet international standards.
“We are focused on athlete welfare, world-class logistics, medical support, security and a memorable experience for runners, volunteers, spectators and partners. This year’s race will be bigger, better and more immersive for everyone.”
With improved route management, entertainment zones along the course, better medical and security arrangements and a richer spectator experience, the 2026 edition promises to deliver a day of competition and celebration that promotes healthy living, youth engagement and sports tourism in the nation’s capital.
On race day, Abuja will come alive. From the early morning start to the final finish, the streets will be filled with energy, music, colour and cheers. Hotels will be full. Businesses will thrive. The city’s hospitality, tourism and creative sectors will feel the impact. It is a day when Abuja shows the world its beauty, its organization and its spirit.
Whether you are an elite athlete chasing a podium finish and a personal best, or a first-time runner chasing a healthier life, this race is for you. Whether you are running for fitness, for fun, for family or for fame, there is a place for you on the road.
Sports
Lagos Women Run: Organisers Intensify Preparations as Special Guests Confirm
Joel Ajayi
The annual Lagos Women Run is fast gathering momentum as the organisers are putting up final touches to the 2026 edition of the event scheduled for November 14.
This year, the organisers have promised to continue in their quest of building women, livelihoods, enterprise in respective sustainable communities.
Empowerment and sustainability remain paramount in the minds of the organisers in their attempt to build stronger women with brighter future.
The coordinator of the big event, Tayo Popoola, told our correspondent that as usual, there are various other activities attached to the Women Run.
“The Lagos Women Run cuts across various aspects of life and so it is not just about the Run on the D-Day. There are various training programmes, lectures and all the activities are rich enough change the narrative for participants.
“So far, we have been receiving entries from various parts and we are optimistic this edition will be an upgrade to the last one,” Popoola said,
Already, a special Guest of Honour, Oyinkansola Badejo-Okusanya (SAN), the first female President of the Nigerian Bar Association has confirmed that she will be at the event.
It is also expected that the Director General of the Lagos State Sports Council, Lekan Fatodu will be in attendance along with many other top dignitaries from all works of life.
The take-off point of the 10km race is the Tafawa Balewa Stadium, Onikan, Lagos on November 14.
The Lagos Women Run is the biggest women run in Sub-Saharan Africa.
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