Joy Ebiye clinches third victory in Lagos Women Run

Ebiye, who had also taken the top spot in 2021 and 2023, crossed the finish line with a time of 39:35:21 to secure first place in the 10 km competition again.

In a remarkable feat, veteran long-distance runner Joy Ebiye on Saturday secured her third win in the 9th edtition of the annual Lagos Women Run, finishing ahead of 10,000 participants from across Nigeria and other African countries. 

The race commenced at 7 a.m from Tafawa Balewa Square, with runners crossing the finish line at the Mobolaji Johnson Sports Arena in Onikan.

Ebiye, who had also taken the top spot in 2021 and 2023, crossed the finish line with a time of 39:35:21 to secure first place in the 10 km competition again. Following close behind were Lizine Nguetsa of Cameroon, clocking in at 40:02:54 for second place, and Nigeria’s Charity Agofure, who finished third place with a time of 40:09:23.

The Lagos Women Run has grown beyond just a race, with its Director-General, Lagos State Sports Commission (LSSC), Lekan Fatodu, emphasizing the event’s broader impact.

“This competition promotes unity, peace, and the spirit of feminism,” he said, highlighting the sense of community and …