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Legend FC Emerges winner of Inagural ABL Unity Football Tournament in Abuja

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2 years ago

July 30, 2023

Joel Ajayi

The Legend Football Club of Abuja has emerged champion of the maiden edition of the Adedayo Benjamin-Laniyi Football Unity Tournament on Saturday in Abuja, after a 2-1 victory against their counterpart Maracana FC of FCT.

The final match which was decided at the Main bowl of Moshood Abiola National Stadium saw the highly contested game ended 2-1 after regulation time in favour of the Legend boys.

Earlier in the third place, the Kicker FC edged N-Youth Sports FC 5-4 on penalty shootout after a 2-2 draw at the regulation time to picked the bronze medal in grand style.

The three weeks explosive encounter see the champions smiled home with N3.5millions while the runner-up won N2 million as the third position pocketed N1 million.
ABL FCT Unity football championship is aimed to foster unity and discover grassroot talents for the national teams.
The tournament, ABL FCT Unity football championship, started on July 8th of July and climax on Saturday 29th July 2023 with over 1,200 young footballers, with 80 teams in the six area councils in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) competed for honours.
The diginitaries at occasion was the representative of the federal government and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development Alhaji Abubarkar Ismaila, The Onah of Abaji, His royal Majesty, Alh. (Dr) Adamu Baba Yunusa the Chairman of Nigeria Premier Football League, Hon. Gbenga Elegbeleye, the founder of Human Right Radio Ordinary Ahmed ISSA amongst others.

Speaking at the event, the initiator of ABL unity football championship and elated Mrs Laniyi said: “This initiative, was born out of her passion to promote peace, Unity and cohesion among the young Nigerians.
An seasoned entrepreneur, a benevolent, Mrs Adedayo Benjamins-Laniyi whose her different intitiaves in the country has impacted and empower many women and the girl child as well as People Living with Disabilities in the country assured that she will leave no stoned unturned to ensure she put more smiles on the faces of Many Nigerians.

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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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5 hours 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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