Abuja City Half Marathon: A World Athletics History-Maker Thanks to “Super-Partnership”

Nilayo Sports Management Limited’s Yetunde Olopade is positively buzzing about the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon. She’s calling it a “landmark moment” for road racing globally. Why? Because Nigeria’s about to host the first marathon ever to snag a World Athletics Label this quickly!

With the second edition just around the corner on December 6, 2025, Olopade believes this event is changing the game for visionary collaborations in African sports.

She’s describing this whole achievement as a “first-ever true super-partnership,” giving major props to PremiumTrust Bank for their investment and unwavering support of what she considers “Nigeria’s most ambitious sporting project.”

The rapid rise of the Abuja City International Half Marathon? According to Olopade, it’s all down to smart planning, perfect execution, and strong leadership from the private sector.

“This isn’t just another marathon, you know,” she emphasized. “It’s a partnership that has rewritten global standards at record speed. Earning the World Athletics Label in only our second edition proves Nigeria can deliver world-class sporting experiences with excellence, professionalism, and integrity.”

Olopade pointed out that the race’s 2025 theme, “Steady Strides,” reflects the event’s growth and the unwavering commitment of everyone involved. Plus, she added that the marathon is quickly becoming Abuja’s biggest annual sports export, pulling in top runners, international officials, and thousands of participants from all over the globe.

Registration’s still open, and with excitement building, Olopade is predicting a record turnout and a fantastic celebration of endurance, unity, and national pride.

“This race is a celebration of what Nigeria can achieve,” Olopade stated. “It will be bigger, better, and totally unforgettable!”

So, the countdown is on. All eyes are turning to Abuja as it gears up to host what promises to be a world-class event.

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