Organisers of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon have announced a new race route for the 11th edition of the event, scheduled for February 14.

This was disclosed in a statement by Kola Daniel, media assistant to the director-general of the National Sports Commission (NSC), Bukola Olopade, in Lagos.

According to Daniel, the World Athletics Gold Label race is set to enter an exciting new era, marking a first for Africa’s biggest road race.

“The 42km marathon will now start at ORCA Mall on Ahmadu Bello Way, Victoria Island, passing through sections of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Road,” Daniel said.

“The race will climax at the iconic Eko Atlantic City, showcasing Lagos as the beating heart of road racing in Africa.”

He explained that the strategic route change signals the dawn of a new decade for the marathon, with a focus on a smoother athlete experience, modern infrastructure and a refreshed race narrative that positions Lagos firmly on the global stage as a fast-rising world city.

“The inclusion of the Lagos–Calabar Coastal Road also offers a stunning showcase of one of Nigeria’s most ambitious infrastructure projects through a World Athletics Gold Label race watched across the globe,” he added.

Also speaking, Yetunde Olopade, managing director and chief executive officer of Nilayo Sports Management Limited, organisers of the Access Bank Lagos City Marathon, said the 11th edition represents more than just another race.

“The new route allows us to reimagine the marathon experience while staying true to our values of excellence, safety and world-class delivery,” she said.