Kenyan, Ethiopian triumph at 2026 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon

Kenyan, Ethiopian triumph at 2026 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon

Kenya’s Ezra Kipchumba Kering delivered a Valentine’s Day masterclass, storming to victory at the 11th edition of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon today.

In the women race, Ethiopia’s Meseret Dinke delivered a commanding performance to claim the women’s title, crossing the finish line in an impressive time of 2:37:36

Kipchumba crossed the finish line at Eko Atlantic City in an impressive time of 2:11:55, clinching the $50,000 top prize in one of Africa’s most prestigious road races.

Uganda dominated the other podium spots, with Lomoi Samuel finishing a close second in 2:11:59, while Namutala Kephar Lumbasi secured third place in 2:12:25, capping off a fiercely competitive men’s race.

Dinke outpaced a competitive field to secure first place, once again underlining her pedigree on the international marathon circuit.

Kenya’s Daniel Flomena Cheyech followed closely in 2:37:43, while Ethiopia’s Getaw Wgagen Zewdalem finished third in 2:38:59.

For the Nigeria runners, Boyi Solomon Nyango delivered a standout performance, storming through as the first Nigerian man to cross the finish line in this year’s edition of the prestigious road race.

The Gold Label marathon is organised by Nilayo Sports Management Limited, under the leadership of Managing Director Mrs. Yetunde Olopade, and continues to raise the bar for long-distance running on the continent.

Another thrilling chapter has been written in the history of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, reaffirming its status as a premier destination for elite runners across Africa and beyond.

The Access Bank/Lagos City Marathon, one of Africa’s biggest road races, continues to attract elite and amateur runners from across the globe, with Nigerian athletes keen to assert their presence against strong international competition.