Ikogosi Race Draws 8,000 Runners, Boosts Ekiti State Economic

The fourth edition of the Ikogosi 17.5km Race attracted more than 8,000 participants from 28 Nigerian states and three African countries, generating increased business activities and tourism in Ekiti State.
The race, held on Saturday, 31 October, recorded about 13,700 registrations, with participants, officials and visitors arriving from across Nigeria, Ghana, Kenya and Ethiopia.
The influx of visitors reportedly boosted businesses in hospitality, transportation, agriculture, food services and other sectors, particularly in Ikogosi-Ekiti, Ilawe-Ekiti and Ado-Ekiti.
Hotels monitored by the organisers in Ikogosi and neighbouring communities recorded full occupancy during the race week...