Abuja set for maiden International Marathon

All is now set for the maiden Abuja International Marathon as organisers have confirmed that over 10,000 participants from across the world have registered to be part of the historic race.

At a press conference held on Friday to herald the race, it was revealed that 32 top foreign athletes from Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda and Bahrain amongst other countries are already on the ground to stake claim to the top prizes on the card.

Aside from the foreign athletes, about 120 Nigerian elite athletes are also ready to compete with some of the best runners from Africa and beyond.