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Senator Adeola Throws Weight Behind 2026 Abeokuta 10km Race

Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (YAYI), representing Ogun West Senatorial District at the National Assembly and the All Progressives Congress (APC) governorship candidate in Ogun State, has thrown his weight behind

Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, representing Ogun West Senatorial District in the National Assembly and running for the APC governorship in Ogun State, has expressed his support for the 2026 Abeokuta 10KM Race. The race, scheduled for October 3, was formally invited by the Managing Director of Nilayo Sports Management Limited (NSML), Mrs. Yetunde Olopade.

Senator Adeola praised her for leading the company and commended her for organizing the race in his honor. He assured that despite his busy schedule, he would make every effort to attend the event. Mrs. Olopade presented a running kit to Senator Adeola during the visit, explaining that he was being honored for his contributions to youth and sports development in Ogun State.

With registration still open at the MKO Abiola Sports Arena in Abeokuta, the race aims to promote homegrown talent and create a lasting legacy among Nigerian athletes.

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