The stage is set for the mega city of Lagos to host one of
the biggest cycling competitions in Africa, Lagos Corporate Cycling (LCC) 2017.
The event which is expected to further
promote cycling as a major sporting activity in the country is designed to champion
healthy competition among corporate organisation and encourage healthy lifestyle
among corporate executives and Nigerians in general.
In a statement by Mr
Olabamiji Adeleye, Chief Executive Office, Addefort Limited, the organizer, LCC
2017 will include; the Elite Race,
Professional Challenge, Corporate Contest and the children/ youth race.
According to him, “Corporate
organisations through their participations are to encourage the general public
to engage in cycling in their various communities for healthy living. Corporate
representatives will compete for medals, it will provide a platform for talent
discovery and grooming (Children and Youth Participation), and professionals
will compete for various category of prizes.”
Mr Adeleye explained that Lagos Corporate Cycling is part of
the Cycling Nigeria Project from the Addefort Group, an initiative aimed at
promoting healthy lifestyle and cycling in the country. He noted that the
organization is working with key stakeholders in the sector to stage a cycling
competition that will meet international standard and further enhance its
development in the country.
Activities for the month long project scheduled to run
between May 13 and June 10, 2017 will include brand exhibition, coaching and
talent discovery/ development programme.
