Abraham Kipton wins Lagos City Marathon 2016. Photo: Twitter
Lagos witnessed local and international athletes unite today, February 6, 2016 for the Lagos City Marathon, hosted by the state government.
Abraham Kipton who’s from Kenya emerged as the winner, running 2hrs 16mins, 21seconds.
The winner, Abraham Kator of Kenya crossed the finish line @ 2hrs 16mins & 21secs #RunLagos #AccessLagosCityMarathon http://pic.twitter.com/FcYH1agqmk
— Access Bank Plc (@myaccessbank) February 6, 2016
Kenya’s Hossei and Ethiopia’s Debebe Ethosa came in second and third respectively, while Emmanuel Gyang, the first Nigerian to cross the finish line came in 7th place.
The 2nd and 3rd place runners #RunLagos #AccessLagosCityMarathon http://pic.twitter.com/UpIzgKBPk0
— Access Bank Plc (@myaccessbank) February 6, 2016
The 20,000 participants started the race from the National Stadium in Surulere, BUT not all partakers could make it up to the finish line – Eko Atlantic City in Victoria Island – as majority backed out before the 3rd mainland bridge. LOL!
See if there’s an athlete stuck in front of your house!
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