The Ogbomoso Marathon Race 2024 Planning Committee, organizers of the "Ogbomoso Unity Race 3.0," has expressed profound gratitude to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Ghandi Afolabi Olaoye, Orumogege III, the Soun of Ogbomosoland, for his gracious endorsement of the upcoming event.
In a letter addressed to the revered monarch, signed by the Convener and Chairman of the Planning Committee, Prince Oyebamiji Aderemi Joy, the committee acknowledged the royal approval of the event's date—December 17, 2024—which was announced during a courtesy visit to the palace on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.
The letter read:
"We, the organizers of the Ogbomoso Marathon Race 2024; tagged 'Ogbomoso Unity Race 3.0,' express our deepest gratitude for Your Majesty's gracious announcement of a suitable date, December 17, 2024, for our esteemed event, in line with partners under the Ogbomoso Cradle Carnival 1.0, during the courtesy visit to you on Tuesday, November 12, 2024.
Your Majesty's benevolence and support have energized our commitment to hosting a world-class road race. We are honored by Your Majesty's recognition of the event's potential to:
1. Promote physical fitness and well-being among citizens.
2. Foster community unity and social cohesion.
3. Showcase Ogbomoso's rich cultural heritage and natural beauty.
4. Attract national and international attention, boosting tourism and economic growth.
The announced date, December 17, 2024, will enable us to:
1. Plan and execute a seamless event.
2. Coordinate with Ogbomoso Zone indigenous athletes, sponsors, and stakeholders.
3. Ensure maximum participation and spectator engagement.
We pledge to make the Ogbomoso Road Race 2024 a resounding success, reflecting positively on Your Majesty's wise leadership and the kingdom's values.
Thank you, Your Majesty, for your:
Visionary leadership.
Unwavering support.
Generous patronage.
May God bless and prosper Your Majesty, the kingdom, and the Ogbomoso Road Race 3.0 Team.
Long live Kabiyesi!"
The committee also emphasized that this collaboration highlights the monarch’s steadfast commitment to promoting Ogbomoso's cultural and economic renaissance.
InsideOgbomoso correspondence gathered that the Ogbomoso Unity Race 3.0 will form part of the highly anticipated Ogbomoso Cradle Carnival 1.0, a larger celebration aimed at showcasing the town’s rich cultural tapestry, natural attractions, and collective community spirit.
The event is expected to attract athletes from across Nigeria and beyond, reinforcing Ogbomoso's position as a hub for sporting excellence and cultural tourism.
Signed,
Prince Oyebamiji Aderemi Joy
Convener/Chairman, Ogbomoso Marathon Race 2024 Planning Committee
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