Isah and Godwin Triumph at Abuja Bikers’ Race, Aim for Olympics

Momoh Isah and Osaretin Godwin emerged as winners in the male and female categories, respectively, at the fifth Abuja Bikers’ Race held on October 17 along the Federal Secretariat aisles in Abuja. The event aimed to promote cycling and identify emerging talents for international competitions.

Isah expressed that his victory motivates him to compete at the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, stating, “Winning this race is a great motivation for me.” Godwin shared her ambition to join the national team and become an Olympic champion, emphasizing the importance of such races for young cyclists. Habu Abdulrahman, Vice-President of the Cycling Federation of Nigeria, congratulated the winners and highlighted the depth of cycling talent in Nigeria.

He called for increased investment in cycling infrastructure and dedicated cycling routes. Marian Oluwapidan, the race convenor, advocated for integrating cycling into educational programs and expressed gratitude to government representatives for ensuring safety during the event.