The Director General of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, has confirmed his attendance for the third edition of the Ogun Women Run scheduled to take place on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in Abeokuta, Ogun State capital.
Olopade, while emphasising the importance of the race, described it as a significant platform to showcase the abundant sporting talents in Nigeria and one that supports women who are carving a pathway for themselves in sports.
“It is pertinent to attend the 3rd edition of the Ogun Women Run, considering the pool of talents we have in our nation and also the dire need to continue to support women in sports as data has shown that the pathway has always been more difficult for females.
“Notwithstanding, casting our minds back to international competitions and events in recent times, our women have done the country proud in various sports, winning several medals and accolades. We need to continuously support them as this terrain is not easy, especially for them,” Olopade said.
The Ogun Women Run, a 5-kilometer road race, aims to empower and celebrate women in sports. The event is open to female runners between the ages of 25 and 60. The race according to the organisers will commence at Sapon and end at the MKO Abiola Stadium, Kuto, Abeokuta.
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