Francis, Peace emerge winners at 4th Cycling Lagos

Agbo Francis and Olawale Peace outclassed other cyclists to clinch gold at both male and female categories at the 4th Cycling Lagos event, held last Saturday, at the National stadium, Lagos.

Agbo Francis, a professional cyclist from Ogun State who placed second in 2024, clinched the gold medal in the male professional category. Balogun Abdulazeez from Lagos State took the silver, while the bronze went to the promising young athlete Ibrahim Asiru, also from Lagos.

In the female professional category, Olawale Peace from Oyo State tops Oyewole Kate, from Lagos who came third in 2024, moved up to claim silver, while Azeez Medinate from Oyo State secured the bronze medal.

Young cyclists also had their moment in the spotlight. In the Under-15 male category, Akinola Desting from Oyo State won gold, Goodluck Emmanuel from Osun State took silver, and Hamzat Keyinde, also from Oyo, claimed bronze.

At the female category, Oyo State athletes dominated the podium: Azeez Hazanat won gold, Aminu Olamide took silver, and Odebiyi Iqnat earned bronze.

In the Under-10 male category, Amoo Malik from Ogun State came first, winning gold. Ridiwan Fuwad from Oyo State placed second for silver, and Bello Adams finished third with bronze.

The Under-10 female race saw Aminu Olamikposi from Oyo State take gold, followed by Azeez Amira with silver, and Abidoye Ayomide with bronze—both also from Oyo State.

Speaking at the event, the Convener of Cycling Lagos and Managing Director of BrandEscort Communications, Bamidele Adeleye expressed excitement over the visible progress of several athletes: “Agbo Francis, who came second last year, is now our gold medalist. Similarly, Olawale Peace has moved from winning in the amateur category to becoming a professional champion. This is the kind of growth we love to see.”

Sports according to Adeleye, is a global business that creates jobs and opportunities- and with little support, Nigerians can shine on the world stage.

“But government must provide the right environment and backing to make this happen”, he said.

“At Cycling Lagos, we remain committed to identifying, encouraging, and showcasing young Nigerian cyclists who are passionate about excelling in sports,” he added.

Themed “Sustainability Energy,” the 2025 edition was proudly sponsored by Samsung, with support from Nestlé Nigeria Plc, Mountains Energy Solution, Cway, Peak Yoghurt, Leadway Assurance, DStv, and the Lagos State Cycling Association.

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