Lagos Ready for International Boat Race!

Lagos Ready for International Boat Race!

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Reported by Amos Dachung – Sele Media Africa Reporter

Lagos State is gearing up to host Africa’s first ever E1 Championship, a high‑profile international electric boat (powerboat) race, scheduled for October 4‑5, 2025. [1]

Governor Babajide Sanwo‑Olu confirmed that Lagos clinched the hosting rights following a visit to Monaco, where he participated in E1 events and witnessed the electric boat races firsthand. [2]

As part of the preparations, the state government has started work on infrastructure and logistics to ensure the waterways are ready, safety protocols are in place, and that the event meets international standards. [3]

The E1 series features high‑speed electric Race bird boats, emphasizing zero emissions and sustainable marine transport. Lagos’ hosting of the event is being seen as both a boost for sports tourism and a milestone in the city’s ambition to position itself as a hub for clean energy innovations. [1]

Governor Sanwo‑Olu expressed pride that Lagos’ inclusion in the E1 calendar is proof of the city’s readiness to compete on the global stage in terms of marine sporting events, culture, and green technology. [4]

Citations:

1. Premium Times: www.premiumtimesng.com/news/more-news/808383-lagos-to-host-africas-first-e1-electric-boat-race-sanwo-olu.html?utm_source=chatgpt.com
2. Naira metrics: nairametrics.com/2025/07/20/lagos-to-host-africas-first-electric-boat-race-in-october-2025-gov-sanwo-olu/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
3. TheCityPulseNews.com: thecitypulsenews.com/sanwo-olu-confirms-lagos-to-host-africas-first-e1-boat-race/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
4. The Nation Newspaper: thenationonlineng.net/lagos-to-host-africas-first-e1-electric-boat-race-sanwo-olu/?utm_source=chatgpt.com

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