Lokoja is ready to host a landmark sporting occasion because the Kogi Half Marathon is scheduled for Thursday, January 22, 2026, the state’s Commissioner for Youth and Sports activities Improvement, Hon. Aridaojo Monday Anyebe, introduced throughout a press briefing on Friday, January 9.
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Describing the occasion as a serious initiative for youth growth, wholesome dwelling, sports activities excellence, and tourism, Hon. Anyebe emphasised that the marathon additionally goals to place Lokoja as a historic and rising hub for sporting and leisure actions in Nigeria.
“The Kogi Half Marathon is designed not solely to interact our youth and promote expertise discovery, but additionally to stimulate financial exercise and showcase peace and wholesome life within the state,” the commissioner mentioned.
He highlighted that athletes, sports activities fans, companions, and guests from throughout Nigeria and past are anticipated to take part.
The occasion, that includes each skilled and novice runners, might be supported with complete security, medical, and visitors administration measures to make sure clean operations.
Members will compete for money prizes and different awards, whereas aspect sights are deliberate to entertain residents and guests all through the day.
Hon. Anyebe expressed gratitude to Governor Alhaji Ahmed Usman Ododo for creating an enabling atmosphere that has made the internet hosting of the marathon potential.
He additionally known as on company organizations, growth companions, sports activities our bodies, and most people to assist and actively take part within the historic race.
“The marathon displays Kogi State’s rising profile in sports activities growth and youth empowerment, and demonstrates the dedication of the Ododo administration to sustained progress in crucial sectors together with infrastructure, human capital, and youth growth,” he said.
Additional particulars relating to registration, race routes, and different actions related to the marathon might be introduced within the coming days, as preparations proceed to make sure a profitable and impactful sporting celebration in Kogi State.
