Ife Road Race is a 5KM event held during the famous Olojo Festival in Ile-Ife. It's more than just a race, it's an opportunity to discover and nurture upcoming African sports talents while celebrating culture.
When?
September 25, 2025!
Location
Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria
Why It Matters
Empowering Youth
We provide opportunities for young people to develop their skills and become the leaders of tomorrow.
Community Development
We bring development to the community through networking and economic activities.
Promoting Healthy Living
We encourage people to live a healthy lifestyle through sports and physical activities.
Celebrating Our Culture
We celebrate and preserve the valuable Yoruba culture in our event.
Event Details
Race Route
A carefully planned 5KM race that passes through key locations in Ile-Ife, showcasing the city and culture.
Time & Date
September 25, 2025. More details will be announced soon.
Categories
Youth
General Public
Professional Athletes
Prizes & Rewards
Cash Prizes
Cash rewards for winners
Certificates
Certificates for all participants
Mentorship
Mentorship benefits with senior athletes
All participants will receive rewards for their efforts, with special prizes for winners. Senior athletes will also have access to mentorship programs to develop their abilities.
Organizers
Sooko Adeleke Odewade
The founder and convener of Ife Road Race, Sooko Adeleke Odewade has played a significant role in bringing development to the community through sports and cultural preservation.
Alade'fa Athletic Family Initiative
The co-convener of the Ife Road Race. Our mission is to develop and maintain sports talents in Africa, with a special focus on empowering youth and community development through sports.
Partners & Sponsors
We work with like-minded organizations and individuals to make this event happen. Their logos will be here soon.
Participate
Become a Sponsor
Choose to become a sponsor to support our event. Our sponsorship categories are:
Gold
Silver
Bronze
Become a Volunteer
We need volunteers to help with:
Registration
Water supply
Security
Contact Us
For inquiries, please contact us at:
info@iferoadrace.com
+2348101973162
Contact Information
Office Locations
We have offices in Lagos and Ile-Ife for your convenience. Please contact us at whichever location is closest to you.
Downloadable Resources
We have downloadable resources for partners and volunteers, including our logo and letterhead.