The PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon has achieved a historic milestone, becoming the first marathon globally to earn the prestigious World Athletics Label in record time.
The label was awarded to the second edition of the marathon, scheduled to take place on December 6, 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria.
The marathon is a result of a unique partnership between Nilayo Sports Management Limited (NSML) and PremiumTrust Bank, with the bank serving as the sole partner anchoring the establishment, organization, and consolidation of a global marathon in Nigeria’s capital city.
According to Yetunde Olopade, Managing Director of NSML, “This second edition is fundamentally unique because it represents the first-ever true super-partnership on such a dynamic sports property in our nation and arguably, globally.”
The PremiumTrust Bank Abuja City International Half Marathon promises to be a spectacular celebration of endurance, athleticism, and community spirit, attracting elite international athletes, top local runners, and marathon enthusiasts from around the world. The theme for this year’s marathon is “Steady Strides,” reflecting the measured rhythm and determined pace that define world-class long-distance running.
Dr. Emmanuel Efe Emefienim, Managing Director of PremiumTrust Bank, emphasized the bank’s commitment to sports development, community wellbeing, and excellence. “Attaining World Athletics Label status in just the second year validates that our investment is yielding world-class outcomes. We are deeply proud to be the sole partner building this monumental legacy, reinforcing our commitment to sports development, community wellbeing, excellence, and platforms where champions are made.”
Registration for participants is currently open, and the marathon promises to be another spectacular event on December 6, 2025. The event is expected to further strengthen Abuja’s status on the global racing calendar.
