RACE WEEK: FSO ATHLETICS CHALLENGE 2024

 Race Week: FSO Athletics Challenge 2024


The countdown is on as over 500 home-based athletes prepare to storm the federal capital of Nigeria for the 2024 edition of the FSO Athletics Challenge. This year's competition promises to be bigger and better, with the electrifying atmosphere set at the iconic MKO Abiola International Stadium, Abuja.


The event, scheduled for Friday, October 11, 2024, will feature the best of Nigeria’s athletic talent, providing a platform for athletes to showcase their skills on a national stage. What makes this year particularly exciting is the presence of multiple-time Asian Games champion, Femi Ogunode, who will grace the event with his world-class expertise and sportsmanship.


With medals and cash prizes up for grabs, athletes will have a golden opportunity to make their mark in the athletics world, as their performances will be recorded in the global athletics profile. However, it’s important to note that only registered athletes will be permitted to compete, so be sure to register in advance to avoid missing out on this exceptional experience.


Don’t miss out on your chance to shine! If you haven’t registered yet, visit www.fsofoundation.org today. Unregistered athletes will not be allowed to compete on race day.

#athleticsinformation @fso.foundation @femiogunode1 @adekemisolami @kemmy_francis #trackandfield


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