#Athletics
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GATIG 2026 Comes to a Close After Days of Competition, Rivalry and Tertiary Sports Excellence
From football and basketball to athletics and other sporting events, GATIG 2026 brought tertiary institutions across Ogun State together for days of competition, school pride and memorable sporting moments, leaving behind stories that stretched far beyond medals and final results.
Afolabi Rofiat Becomes First Female to Cross the Finish Line at 2026 Community Marathon
Representing the host community of Ilese, Afolabi Rofiat emerged as the first female athlete to complete the 18-kilometre marathon at the 2026 community celebration, finishing the race in 1 hour and 42 minutes.
Muhammed Ayomide Defends Title, Wins 18km Marathon at Ilese Day 2026
For the second consecutive year, Muhammed Ayomide of Ikene Local Government emerged victorious in the Ilese Day Marathon, crossing the finish line in 1 hour and 8 minutes. His latest triumph also cements an impressive four-year record in one of the community’s flagship sporting events.