*Nyango Gyang Boyi Becomes First Nigerian to Finish 2025 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon* The 2025 Access Bank Lagos City Marathon witnessed an outstanding performance from Nigerian long-distance runner Nyango Gyang Boyi, who emerged as the first Nigerian to cross the finish line. Boyi completed the 42km race in 2 hours, 25 minutes, and 41.58 seconds, securing the 8th position overall among top international athletes. His remarkable achievement earned him a ₦2 million prize as the top Nigerian finisher, along with an additional $4,000 for securing 8th place in the general rankings. The Lagos City Marathon, renowned for its high level of competition, featured thousands of elite runners from across the world. The top three overall finishers were international athletes, with Kenya’s Edwin Kibet Koech claiming the grand prize of $50,000. For Nigerian participants, the prize structure was as follows: 🏅 1st Position (Boyi Nyango Gyang) – ₦2,000,000 🥈 2nd Position – ₦1,500,000 🥉 3rd Position – ₦1,000,000 🏃 4th Position – ₦500,000 🏃‍♂️ 5th Position – ₦200,000 🏃‍♂️ 6th Position – ₦100,000 🏃‍♂️ 7th – 10th Positions – ₦50,000 each The Nigerian sporting community continues to celebrate Boyi’s achievement, as his performance highlights the rising potential of local talent in long-distance running. His feat also serves as motivation for young athletes striving to make their mark on both national and international stages. At Golvia, we recognize and celebrate outstanding achievements in sports. Boyi’s determination and resilience are testaments to the growth of athletics in Nigeria. Stay tuned for more updates on athletes making history! #golvia #lagoscitymarathon #nigerianathletes #runningtogreatness