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NPFL Md4: Lobi Stars FC Management Throws Lafia City Stadium Gates Open As Abia Warriors Visit
In their bid to continue with their fine start to the 2023/24 Nigeria Premier Football League Season, the Management of Lobi Stars FC of Makurdi, have thrown the gates of their make-shift home venue, Lafia City Stadium, open to their fans as they take on visiting Abia Warriors FC of Umuahia in the NPFL match-day 4 tie.
The match is scheduled for Saturday, 21st October, 2023, by 4 pm.
Lobi’s first match at their new-found home ground was a deserved 3-2 victory over visiting Sunshine Stars FC of Akure, two Sundays ago.
The Lobi versus Sunshine Stars match was watched by the Benue State House of Assembly’s Speaker, Rt. Hon. Hyacinth Aondona Dajo; Commissioner for Youth, Sports and Creativity, Rt. Hon. Terkimbi Ikyange; Permanent Secretary, Nasarawa State Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, Chief Barr. Isaac Danladi; House of Assembly Member representing Makurdi North Constituency, Hon. Alfred Berger; Former Nigerian International cum Super Eagles’ Coach, Augustine Eguavon; Chairman of Nasarawa United FC, Prof. Othman Ibrahim Ahmed; Team Manager, Nasarawa United FC, Solomon Babanjah; Secretary, Benue State FA, Mr. Iorgulum Malu, among others.
The “YES FATHER” Boys are primed to amass their second victory this season against stubborn Abia Warriors FC, following draws against Heartland FC and Katsina United FC respectively, the previous weeks.
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PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon Splashes Big Prize Money Ahead Of 14 November 2026 Race
Top Three Elite Finishers To Earn $8,000, $6,000 And $5,000 Respectively
The organisers of the highly anticipated PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon have announced an attractive prize package for athletes across every category ahead of the race on 14 November 2026 in Abuja.
The prize announcement has been welcomed by athletes and coaches, as the event continues to establish itself as one of the leading road races in Nigeria. The race offers local athletes the chance to compete against international runners in front of a home crowd, while also earning meaningful rewards.
In the elite category, first place earns $8,000, second place takes $6,000, third place gets $5,000, fourth place receives $4,000, fifth place goes home with $3,000, sixth place earns $2,000, seventh place takes $1,000, and eighth place gets $500.
In the Nigerian category, first place earns ₦2,000,000, second place takes ₦1,500,000, third place gets ₦1,000,000, fourth place receives ₦500,000, fifth place goes home with ₦300,000, sixth place earns ₦200,000, seventh place takes ₦100,000, and eighth place gets ₦50,000.
According to the organisers, the prize structure reflects the commitment of PremiumTrust Bank to the growth of athletics in Nigeria and to the encouragement of home based athletes. The separate Nigerian category ensures that local runners are properly recognised and rewarded for their performance.
The half marathon, which covers 21 kilometres, remains an important event for long distance runners. It serves as a test of endurance and preparation, and it provides a competitive platform for athletes building towards major national and international competitions.
The race is expected to draw elite athletes, club runners, corporate teams, fitness enthusiasts and supporters from across Nigeria and beyond. The turnout is expected to be high, given the interest already shown since registration opened.
Organisers have advised interested runners to register early through the official registration portal of the race to secure their participation, as arrangements are being put in place for timing, security, medical support and traffic management on race day.
The prize money is now confirmed, attention will shift to the athletes as they complete their final weeks of training and preparations ahead of the race day.
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