3,000 Athletes Set for Great Abeokuta 10km Race

 



Aina Obasanjo 

The Chief Executive Officer of Nilayo Sports Management Limited, Mrs. Yetunde Olopade, says the Abeokuta 10-kilometre road race is designed to promote sports development, tourism, healthy living and economic growth in Ogun State.



Mrs. Olopade who stated this at a media parley held at the SWAN Secretariat, Kuto Abeokuta  ahead of the annual race  described the event as more than a sporting competition.


She noted that the race would provide an opportunity to showcase Abeokuta's rich history and cultural heritage, while bringing together residents, athletes and visitors.


Mrs. Olopade reaffirmed the organisers commitment to create an event that residents could identify with, while providing opportunities for indigenous athletes, recreational runners, families and communities to participate.



She noted that particular attention would be given to Nigerian athletes following the dominance of athletes from countries such as Kenya and Ethiopia in road races in Nigeria.


According to her, the performances of Nigerian athletes in recent competitions have shown the need to provide more opportunities for local runners to compete at the highest level.


The Nilayo Sports Management boss said the company would continue to identify and support promising Nigerian athletes to develop their talents and improve their competitiveness.


Mrs. Olopade said the organisers would continue to raise the standard of the Abeokuta 10-kilometre race with the aim of establishing it as one of Nigeria's respected road-running events.


In a remark, the Technical Director of the race, Mr. Yusuf Ali announced that more than 3,000 athletes would be expected to participate in this year's event.


Mr. Ali who explained that adequate logistics had been put in place to ensure a safe and successful race said that five water stations would be located at the start, 2.5 kilometres, 5 kilometres, 7.5 kilometres and the finish line.


He expressed optimism that sustained investment and opportunities for Nigerian athletes would help improve the country's performance in 10-kilometre road running.


In a message the commissioner for Sports Development, Mr Wasiu Isiaka commended the organizers for the race and restated the commitment of the present administration towards the success of the race.


Earlier, the Chairman of Sports Writers Association of Nigeria SWAN, Ogun State Chapter, Comrade Michael Azeez- Ogunsiji had commended Nilayo Sports Management Limited for its vision and consistency in organising the Great Abeokuta 10-Kilometre Race. 


According to the SWAN Chairman, the annual event goes beyond sporting competition by promoting healthy living, community engagement, tourism, youth development and economic opportunities, while also providing a of for professional athletes, recreational runners, families and communities to participate.


The 10-Kilometre race is expected to take off at Macjob Grammar School, Onikolobo, Abeokuta by 7am and terminate at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena Kuto Abeokuta.

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