By Ebunoluwa Sessou

Hundreds of residents of Badagry on Saturday participated in a community fitness walk organised by the lawmaker representing Badagry Constituency I at the Lagos State House of Assembly, Mr. Solomon Bonu, aimed at promoting healthy living, unity and community bonding.

The event, tagged “Badagry Walk with Asiwaju” and popularly known as “Bonu Walk for Fitness,” commenced from Agia/Topo Garage and passed through Attah Roundabout, Badagry Secretariat, Ajara Topa, Sychomor Hotel and Gbaji, before ending at Suntan Beach, Badagry West.

Participants, drawn from different parts of the ancient town, included youths, adults and senior citizens, creating a lively and colourful atmosphere marked by music, enthusiasm and collective participation.

The walk also attracted notable personalities, including Nollywood actor Saheed Balogun, musician Small Doctor, and the member representing Badagry Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Sesi Whingan, alongside other political and community leaders.

Speaking on the significance of the initiative, organisers described the fitness walk as more than a physical exercise, noting that it symbolised the unity, resilience and shared commitment of the Badagry people to healthy living and social cohesion.

Many participants commended Bonu for initiating the programme, describing it as a timely intervention to promote wellness while strengthening the bond between leaders and constituents. The event also provided an avenue for interaction and engagement among residents from diverse backgrounds.

Organisers expressed appreciation to participants, supporters and stakeholders for the massive turnout, describing it as a clear indication of the community’s support for initiatives that promote health, unity and togetherness.

With the success of the “Bonu Walk for Fitness,” stakeholders expressed optimism that similar community-focused programmes would continue to thrive in Badagry, reinforcing the town’s spirit of unity and collective progress.