‘EKO 170 Cycling Challenge Will Make Lagos Global Tourism, Sports Hub’

The Lagos state government has said the Lagos Gran Fondo “EKO 170”, a 170-kilometre mass participation cycling event, is carefully designed to position Lagos as a leading destination for sports tourism, healthy living, and sustainable mobility.

The state government announced that the event, which will make its debut on January 11, 2026, will showcase the city’s infrastructure, coastal beauty, and vibrant culture.

The director general of the Lagos State Sports Commission, Lekan Fatodu, while commenting on the launch of the cycling event, said, “EKO 170 demonstrates Lagos’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and global excellence. This event underscores our readiness to host world-class experiences that inspire healthier lifestyles and reinforce Lagos’s reputation as Africa’s model megacity.

‘’The 170km route will begin and end at Eko Atlantic City, passing through Victoria Island, the Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge, and the Lekki–Epe Expressway to Epe, before looping back to a grand finish.  The route, developed with the Ministry of Transportation and LASTMA, is planned to ensure minimal traffic disruption and maximum safety for participants and residents.’’

Also commenting on the impact of the event, the commissioner of Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs Toke Benson-Awoyinka, said, “The Cycling Challenge is a reminder of Lagos’s boundless potential as a global sports tourism destination.

“This event blends our city’s coastal beauty, world-class infrastructure, and vibrant cultural energy into an experience that will attract visitors, empower local communities, and inspire healthier lifestyles. As we welcome cyclists from across Nigeria and around the world, the Ministry of Tourism is proud to support an initiative that strengthens our creative economy, boosts small businesses, and showcases the very best of Lagos.”