The 2023 edition of the Lagos Women will be held on Saturday, November 11, with a start point at the entry of the Lagos City Mall, Race Course, Lagos Island.
The run, spanning 10km, would flag off at 6 am, commencing from the Lagos City Mall entry, Race Course, Lagos Island.
The route covers the former State House, Outer Marina, Bonny Camp, Eko Atlantic, Bar Beach, Falomo Roundabout, and Awolowo Road, finishing at the Mobolaji Johnson Arena.
In ensuring a seamless race, Tayo Popoola, the General Coordinator, noted that specific routes are allocated exclusively for the run to guarantee the safety and security of participants throughout the journey from start to finish.
Popoola stated that designated routes would be temporarily closed to traffic both before and during the race.
These included Outer Marina road to Odunlami Street, Lagos Island; Inner Marina road toward NITEL Building, with traffic diversion at Brooks Street to Catholic Mission Street by Water Board; traffic diversion from Hawley Street/Okesuna Street or Moloney Street to Onikan underpass by Officers Mess.
Several adjoining streets, such as Ahmadu Bello Way (including Adeola Odeku Junction by Ahmadu Bello Way) and Akin Adesola Street to Falomo ramp bridge from Victoria Island, would experience diversions.
Bourdillon Road, from Giwa barracks entry to Falomo Roundabout by Church of the Assumption, alongside streets along Awolowo Road to Onikan roundabout by King George V Road, are also affected.
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Motorists are advised to consider alternative routes. Options include Apongbon Bridge, Odunlami Street, Campos, Igbosere Street, and Sandgrouse Road through Sura for their journey.
Another alternative is from Victoria Island to Ozumba Mbadiwe, Bonny Camp through the Onikan underpass to Third Mainland Bridge for their continued journey.
To manage safety and minimize inconveniences, security, and traffic personnel would be deployed to both dedicated and alternative routes during the event.
The Lagos Women Run is the Largest Women’s Fitness Event in Africa Empowering Thousands of Women across all ages and races.
This monumental occasion brings together thousands of women, uniting them in a celebration of health, wellness, and empowerment.
The event is a holistic experience, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose. Participants engage in a 10km exciting race, breaking barriers and challenging stereotypes.
The event stands as a testament to the power of collective strength, encouraging women across Africa to prioritize their well-being and embrace the transformative journey of fitness.
