By Ben Efe
Ismael Sadjo posted a blistering 29 minutes 45 seconds to win the 2021 Warri/Effurun Peace Marathon concluded today in Warri, Delta State.
Subject to ractification, Sadjo’s time is a new 10km national record.
He proved too strong for other competitors in men’s race, and there was no doubt about his intentions to clinch the N1 million prize.
Sadjo took an early lead and was unchallenged as he coasted to a comfortable finish at the Warri Stadium finish point.
Stephen Joshua Daylop came in second, finishing at 30.54secs while 2019 champion Emmanuel Gyan was third with 31.04secs.
The women Warri/Effurun Peace Marathon
In the women’s race, Joy Abiye-David also created a new course record. She clocked 35.02, while Rose Akusho was second with 35.04.
Moseje Vera Yohanna finished third at 36.30seconds.
Delta State deputy governor, Kingsley Brurutu Otuaro, had earlier on flagged off the race followed by an enthusiastic take-off by the athletes.
“It was indeed a pleasure completing in the Warri Effurun Peace Marathon.
“I am equally pleased running a good time.
“I really worked hard at training and so I’m happy my efforts are yielding results,” said Sadjo.
Below are more images from the Warri/Effurun Peace Marathon:
