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By Zika Bobby
Lekki area of Lagos was agog last the weekend as residents, friends, and fitness enthusiasts gathered for the maiden edition of Wakathon 2025.
The 10-kilometre walk, aimed at promoting fitness, wellness, and community spirit, drew over 200 participants from within and outside the community.
Organised by the Waka Brothers, the event has been hailed as a landmark success and a model for grassroots wellness initiatives across Nigeria.
Chairman of the Organising Committee, Emmanuel Olaegbe, said Wakathon 2025 was a natural extension of the group’s 15-year tradition of daily walking.
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He said the event’s success has set a precedent for future community-driven initiatives in the area, promoting a culture of wellness and togetherness among residents.
Olaegbe, who is also the Managing Director of Global Quali Support Services Limited, said the Waka Brothers’ mission goes beyond exercise. “We’re not just walking for fitness; we’re walking for connection, for wellness, and for community,” he said, noting that the idea was to inspire more residents to embrace walking as a simple but effective wellness habit.
He said the event received strong corporate backing from Polaris Bank, Petrochem Petroleum Trading Company, Fruit2go and WynkLimited as the technology partner, among others.
Patrick Iloh, Managing Director of Petrocam Trading Nigeria Limited, described Wakathon 2025 as “a masterclass in community leadership and planning.”
He confirmed that prizes were awarded to top performers, with the first, second, and third winners receiving N250,000, N150,000, and N100,000 respectively.
