Nigeria, April 6 -- Inspired by the boisterous love for sports by its people as well as their buoyant socio-economic environment, the Surulere Local Government Area of Lagos State has announced they are putting together a 10km road race and funfair for its populace.

The event tagged 'LERE FUNATHON' is scheduled to be held on Saturday, 17 August and is being organised in partnership with UB40 Sports Marketing and Starlite Sports Marketing.

According to the organisers, over 300 amateur runners are expected to participate, with the categories open to both young and adults.

While speaking with journalists at the press briefing, the Chairman of the Surulere Local Government Area, Sulaimon Yusuf, said that the purpose of the marathon is to s...