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Nigeria: Lagos Backs Abuja-to-Lagos Run, 226km Triathlon for Drug Abuse, Mental Health Awareness

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The Lagos State Sports Commission has officially endorsed a 226-kilometer triathlon event spanning from Abuja to Lagos. The initiative is designed to raise public awareness regarding drug abuse and mental health challenges in Nigeria.

Lekan Fatodu, the Director-General of the Lagos State Sports Commission, stated that the event serves as a platform to utilize sports as a tool for addressing broader social issues. The project aims to move beyond traditional athletic competition by integrating community advocacy into the sporting framework.

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