Emzor Pharmaceuticals Industries Ltd, on Wednesday, pledged its continued support and promotion to the Lagos Women Run which featured over 15,000 participants in its 2019 edition.
The company said in Lagos that for over three decades, it had been a strong supporter and promoter of all-round wellness.
“This year, Emzor has thrown her weight behind the 4th edition of the Lagos Women Run, which was kick-started at the Tafawa Balewa Square and finished at Teslim Balogun Stadium, Surulere, Lagos, with Emzor supporting runners every step of the way.
“The run witnessed a massive turnout of women from all walks of life, with over 15,000 participants.
“The 10km run which is an initiative of the Gym Assured and MARRCOM Marathon and Road Race Company in partnership with the Lagos State Government is aimed at getting women involved in fitness through exercise.
“The marathon brought awareness to the general public about issues affecting women such as sexual abuse, female child education, family and issues of equality,” it said.
The company noted that Cheptoeck Careen of Kenya emerged the winner of this year’s edition, as she completed the race in 28 minutes, 55 seconds, taking home the grand price of N750,000 with other gift items.
It said that Deborah Pam and Elizabeth Nuhu of Nigeria took the first and second runners-up respectively and were rewarded accordingly.
It added that for the veteran race, Genevieve Njoku emerged the winner with Ann Seriki and Bolanle Karim finishing first and second runners-up respectively.
“Participants had an amazing time at the Marathon as Emzor was fully on the ground with a wide range of activities, including the Emzor VIP Lounge, the Emzor Wellness Corner which offered free Emzor products.
“The Chike Okoli Foundation had medical check-ups for participants, including blood pressure, blood sugar, vital statistics, heart rate etc.
“There was also an appearance of Emzor’s mascot, Maxwell and Emzor Cheer Leaders cheering runners to make it to the finish line.
“Dr Mrs Stella Okoli, as well as other Emzor top executives, were in attendance to participate and present medals, awards, special branded Emzor souvenirs and wellness medications to the winners,” it said.
