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Over 150 foreign, Nigerians Elites runners set for Abuja Int. Marathon Tomorrow

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2 years ago

April 28, 2023

… $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.

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Cricket: Nigeria To Host ICC U19 Men’s World Cup Qualifier

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1 day ago

March 17, 2025

The Gleamer

Joel Ajayi

Nigeria Cricket Federation , NCF, says it is ready to host five other nations for the International Cricket Council ,ICC, Under 19 Men’s World Cup African Qualifier.

The tournament is billed for Lagos, with the matches to be held at the cricket ovals in Tafawa Balewa Square ,TBS, and the University of Lagos ,UniLag, from March 26 to April 6.

Uyi Akpata, President of the Federation, said in a statement on Sunday, that the tournament is about celebrating the growth of the game on the continent.

“Nigeria is thrilled to welcome these talented young cricketers and their supporters to Lagos.
“Our nation is known for its warm hospitality and fascinating cricketing potential, and we are committed to making this qualifier a memorable experience for all.

“This tournament is not just about competition; it’s about celebrating the growth of cricket in Africa and inspiring the next generation of players”, Akpata noted.

However, Kenya, Uganda, Namibia, Tanzania and Sierra Leone will join Nigeria to jostle for the continent’s sole ticket to the 2026 ICC Under 19 Men’s World Cup.

Meanwhile, Nigeria will be hoping to secure the ticket, having achieved same feat in 2019 and competing at the World Cup in South Africa 2020

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