- Sanwo-Olu Announces Lagos as First African Stop for E1 Powerboat Series
- The event is scheduled to hold from October 3 to 5, 2025
- The event aligns with Lagos State’s T.H.E.M.E.S+ Development Agenda
Lagos State is set to make history as the African continent hosts its first all-electric powerboat racing event, the E1 Lagos Grand Prix, from October 3 to 5, 2025.
Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu described the championship as a celebration of innovation, sustainability, and Lagos’ global appeal, highlighting the city’s energy, creativity, and resilience.
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“From the 3rd to the 5th of October, for the first time on the African continent, Lagos will host the world’s all-electric powerboat championship, the E1 Series,” Sanwo-Olu said. “This occasion gives us the opportunity to showcase Lagos to the world as we know it: welcoming, dynamic, and determined to embrace the future with confidence.”
The governor extended an open invitation to residents and visitors to attend, adding: “The E1 Lagos Grand Prix is a chance for Lagos, and for Africa, to stand proudly on the global stage.” Tickets for the event are available at e1lagos.com.
The E1 Series, recognised as the world’s first and only all-electric powerboat championship, merges cutting-edge technology, thrilling competition, and environmental sustainability. Lagos joins a roster of iconic global cities such as Jeddah, Venice, and Rotterdam that have previously hosted the race.
The event aligns with Lagos State’s T.H.E.M.E.S+ Development Agenda, which seeks to position the state as a hub for innovation, sustainability, and global sporting excellence.
