- EKO 170 Cycling Challenge Set to Showcase Lagos Infrastructure and Culture
- … As Registration Opens for Citywide Cycling Challenge
- EKO 170 will support small businesses, deepen community engagement
The Lagos Gran Fondo “EKO 170”, a 170-kilometre mass participation cycling event, will make its debut on 11 January 2026, positioning Lagos as a leading hub for sports tourism, health, and sustainable mobility.
Eko Hot Blog reports that endorsed by the Lagos State Government, EKO 170 aligns with the administration’s six strategic development priorities: Traffic Management and Transportation, Health and Environment, Education and Technology, Building a 21st Century Economy, Entertainment and Tourism, and Security and Governance.
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More than 1,000 cyclists, from elite professionals to amateur enthusiasts across Nigeria and abroad, are expected to take part, showcasing Lagos’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and global excellence.
The 170km route begins and ends at Eko Atlantic City, passing through Victoria Island, the Lekki-Ikoyi Link Bridge, and the Lekki-Epe Expressway to Epe, before returning to a grand finish. Developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Transportation and LASTMA, the route ensures minimal traffic disruption and maximum safety for participants and residents.
Mrs Toke Benson-Awoyinka, Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, said, “The Cycling Challenge highlights Lagos’s potential as a global sports tourism destination. It blends our coastal beauty, world-class infrastructure, and vibrant culture into an event that empowers local communities, inspires healthier lifestyles, and strengthens the creative economy.”
EKO 170 will support small businesses, deepen community engagement, and leave a lasting legacy through youth cycling clinics, the Lagos Cycling Development Fund, and a tree-planting initiative targeting 2,500 new trees. Organisers aim for a zero-waste, carbon-neutral event using recycling, biodegradable materials, and reusable containers.
Describing the event, Lekan Fatodu, Director-General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, said, “This event demonstrates Lagos’s readiness to host world-class experiences that inspire healthier lifestyles and reinforce its reputation as Africa’s model megacity.”
Registration for EKO 170 is now open. Cyclists, sponsors, and volunteers can visit eko170.com to join the ride and experience Lagos like never before.
