The eleventh Entry Financial institution Lagos Metropolis Marathon befell on Saturday, February 8, 2026, bringing hundreds of runners and spectators onto the streets of Lagos.
Within the males’s race, Ezra Kipchumba Kering of Kenya claimed victory within the 42km occasion with a successful time of two:11:55. The ladies’s race was received by Dinke Meleka of Ethiopia, who crossed the road in 2:37:36.
The Lagos Metropolis Marathon is an annual lengthy distance street race organised to advertise athletics, wholesome dwelling, and sports activities tourism in Nigeria. It’s recognised by World Athletics, permitting elite runners to earn worldwide rating factors.
The race begins on the Nationwide Stadium in Surulere and finishes at Eko Atlantic Metropolis, passing by main components of Lagos. Alongside the 42km race, the occasion additionally has a 10km enjoyable run, which permits non-professional runners to participate.
Since its launch, the marathon has grown into certainly one of Africa’s main street races, attracting worldwide athletes whereas giving Nigerian runners the possibility to compete on a world stage.
