Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, representing Ogun West Senatorial District, has expressed his support for the 2026 Abeokuta 10KM Race. The event, scheduled for October 3, is being held in his honour. Adeola gave the assurance when Mrs. Yetunde Olopade, Managing Director of Nilayo Sports Management Limited, paid him a courtesy visit to formally invite him to the race. He commended Olopade for taking over the leadership of NSML and expressed delight at the company's progress under her watch.
The Senator described the decision to honour him with the race as a gesture he deeply appreciates. He assured that despite his busy schedule, he would make every effort to be present at the event. Adeola also expressed his willingness to reciprocate the honour in the future. The 2026 Abeokuta 10KM Race is specifically designed for Nigerian athletes, aiming to promote homegrown talent and create a lasting legacy.
According to Mrs. Olopade, Senator Adeola is being honoured in recognition of his contributions to youth and sports development in Ogun State. The event is expected to bring together athletes, sports enthusiasts, and other stakeholders for the fifth edition of the race. Registration for the race is still ongoing at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena, Kuto, Abeokuta.
Registered participants are scheduled to collect their race kits from September 30 to October 2 ahead of the October 3 race. The Abeokuta 10km Race remains one of the notable road-running events on Nigeria's athletics calendar. The organisers aim to promote and develop athletics in Nigeria, with a focus on grassroots participation.
Senator Adeola's support for the event is seen as a boost to the organisers' efforts to promote sports development in Ogun State. His attendance is expected to draw more attention to the event and encourage other stakeholders to participate. The Senator's contributions to youth and sports development in Ogun State have been widely acknowledged.
The 2026 Abeokuta 10KM Race is a significant event in Nigeria's athletics calendar, with a focus on promoting homegrown talent. The organisers have been working to create a lasting legacy through the event, which has become a major attraction for athletes and sports enthusiasts. The event's impact on sports development in Nigeria is expected to be substantial.
The event's fifth edition is expected to be a major milestone, with a large turnout of athletes and sports enthusiasts anticipated. Senator Adeola's support and attendance are expected to add to the event's excitement and significance. The 2026 Abeokuta 10KM Race is set to take place on October 3, with all arrangements in place for a successful event.
Key points
- Senator Solomon Adeola has thrown his weight behind the 2026 Abeokuta 10KM Race, pledging to attend the event on October 3.
