Kenya’s Kibii wins Port Harcourt Marathon, pockets $5,000

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Kenyan runner Timothy Kibii has emerged winner of the fourth edition of the Port Harcourt International Marathon, tagged ‘The Green Race’, held on Saturday in the Rivers State capital.

Kibii defeated about 3,000 other athletes from within and outside Nigeria to emerge winner of the marathon.

Flagging off the marathon, the Chairman of Port Harcourt City Local Government Area, Allwell Ihunda, said the event had helped to reveal hidden talents in Nigeria, particularly in Port Harcourt.

Ihunda added that the event would boost the tourism potential of the state, while commending the organisers for their efforts in ensuring its success.

“As the mayor of Port Harcourt, I feel very, very excited and happy that today Port Harcourt City Local Government is hosting this marathon race. And of course, it’s going to showcase the talent of those who are participating, both within and outside Rivers State and even outside the country.

“It’s also going to boost the economy of the state because I can imagine 3,000 participants. Those from outside the state, of course, will use the hospitality industry. They will look for accommodation in various hotels where they’re going to stay.

“Even those from outside the country. So, it’s going to boost the economy of the state. It’s a great benefit to us, and we’re happy that we’re the ones hosting this event today,” he said.

Ihunda expressed the council’s readiness to partner with the organisers for future editions.

In his remarks, the Convener of the Port Harcourt International Marathon, Goodluck Azunwena, said the event was aimed at showcasing Port Harcourt to the world and making the city part of global conversations.

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