By Chigozie Chukwuleta
The Anambra State Government, through the Ministry of Youth and Sports Development, has announced Saturday, 11th July 2026, for this year’s Olympic Day Walk in Awka.
The 2026 Olympic Day Run is centered on the theme “Let’s Move.”
In a letter dated 7th July 2026 and signed by the Commissioner for Youth Development, Mr. Patrick Agha Mba, the Ministry said the event will commence at 7:00 a.m. from ABS, Awka, and terminate at the Awka City Stadium. Participants are expected to arrive by 6:30 a.m.
The Commissioner explained that Olympic Day is celebrated globally to commemorate the founding of the International Olympic Committee on 23rd June 1894. The event promotes the Olympic values of “Move, Learn, and Discover” while encouraging physical fitness, healthy living, and community participation across age, gender and ability.
According to the letter addressed to various stakeholders including the Chairman of the Sports Writers Association of Nigeria, Anambra State Chapter, activities lined up for the Anambra edition include a 2km–5km community fun walk, cultural displays, fitness activities, and interactive sessions with distinguished Olympians and other sports personalities.
Mr. Mba said the Ministry is organizing the event to promote grassroots sports development and healthy living in the state, and called on SWAN and others to attend.
He added that the participation of stakeholders and residents will contribute significantly to the success of the program.
