The countdown is officially on, as it is just 30 days to go until the second edition of the PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon takes center stage on Saturday, December 6, 2025.
This year’s event, themed “Steady Strides,” is already making history as it becomes the first marathon globally to earn the prestigious World Athletics Label in record time. A remarkable achievement for both Nilayo Sports Management Limited (NSML), Nigeria’s foremost sports company and PremiumTrust Bank, the sole partner powering this world-class event.
Managing Director of NSML, Yetunde Olopade, described this milestone as “a first-ever true super-partnership” that is redefining sports in Nigeria.
She commended PremiumTrust Bank for its visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to building a globally acclaimed race in Abuja.
Echoing this, PremiumTrust Bank’s Managing Director, Dr. Emmanuel Efe Emefienim (CON), noted that the marathon’s rapid ascent mirrors the bank’s philosophy of “rapid, impactful, and sustainable growth.”
He emphasized that earning the World Athletics Label in just the second edition demonstrates Nigeria’s growing capacity to deliver world-class sporting experiences.
With the race now carrying global recognition, excitement is building as Abuja prepares to welcome runners, fans, and officials from around the world.
Registration is still open, and all signs point to another record-breaking turnout for what promises to be a spectacular celebration of endurance, community, and excellence in Nigeria’s capital city.
