Fadekemi Olude, winner of the women’s race at the Ijesha 10km road race flanked by Hauwa Aruna and Joy Abiye who came second and third respectively. Beside Abiye is sponsor of the race, Tijani Remilekun Usman.
“This will help in the development of road races in this part of the country. I am sure with more races like this, Ilesa can produce a few long-distance runners who can represent Nigeria in continental and international road running events,” added Adamu. Renowned long-distance coach, Stephen Nuhu, also expressed his delight at the organization of the race.
Adebayo Adeoluwa, Ojediran Samuel, Ariyo Temitope and Obuo John all returned under one hour and want the event to be held annually.“We are excited to be running alongside the best road race runners in Nigeria. This is historic and we are glad to be part of this history,” they chorused.