By Kenya’s Harrison Muchira Wanjiru stole the spotlight at the 3rd ECOWAS-Abuja International Marathon, claiming victory in the 21km race held Saturday morning in Nigeria’s capital. His impressive performance earned him a well-deserved $10,000 prize.
The marathon, which brought together elite runners from across Africa and beyond, proved to be a true showcase of endurance, speed, and determination. Wanjiru’s triumph cemented his place as one of the continent’s leading long-distance runners.
His dominance throughout the race highlighted the strong tradition of Kenyan excellence in distance running, further boosting his reputation on the global athletics scene.
Meanwhile, the 5km fun race celebrated Nigeria’s local talents, with Sunday Dagyan and Vivian Obadiah from Plateau State winning the male and female categories. Both athletes walked away with $1,000 each, showcasing their speed in front of a proud home crowd.
Organizers hailed the event as a huge success, not just for the competition itself but also for its role in fostering regional unity and encouraging fitness culture among young people.
With strong international participation and rising local stars, the ECOWAS-Abuja International Marathon continues to grow into one of West Africa’s premier athletic events.
