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Maiden Yenagoa City International 10km Race Announced by Bayelsa State Government and Nilayo Sports Management Limited

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7 months ago

March 5, 2026

Joel Ajayi

The Bayelsa State Government has officially announced the maiden edition of the Yenagoa City International 10KM Race, a landmark sporting event designed to position the state as a premier destination for global sports tourism.

Scheduled for Saturday, April 4, 2026, the inaugural race is owned by the Bayelsa State Government and will be organized by Nilayo Sports Management Limited, Africa’s leading sports management company.

Under the theme “The Reveal,” the event represents a bold unveiling of Bayelsa’s immense human and cultural potential to the international community, inviting the world to witness the resilience, grit, and talent rooted in the heart of the Niger Delta.

The race will officially flag off at 9:30 a.m. from the Opolo Roundabout, guiding participants through a carefully designed 10-kilometre route that highlights the scenic beauty and vibrant atmosphere of Yenagoa.

The course will culminate at Peace Park Square, where athletes will cross the finish line into a grand celebration of endurance, unity, and community spirit.

To elevate the experience for runners and spectators alike, the finish venue will host a high-energy post-race concert featuring performances from top A-list artistes, blending sport and entertainment in a festival-style atmosphere.

Registration is now open online at www.yenagoacity10kmrace.com.

Physical registration forms are also available at the Sports Department Office, Ministry of Sports, Sports Complex, Opposite First Baptist Church, Ovom, Yenagoa.

All registered participants are required to collect their race bibs and kits at the designated Peace Park Square between March 30 and April 3, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. daily.

The race is currently on track for World Athletics accreditation, underscoring the commitment of both the Bayelsa State Government and Nilayo Sports Management Limited to delivering an event that meets the highest global standards.

As the countdown to April 4 begins, the message is clear and confident: Bayelsa, Wuan!!!

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AACT 2026: 31 Days to Africa’s Big Sporting Gathering in Abuja

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50 mins ago

October 2, 2026

The Gleamer

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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