The Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) has announced an official traffic advisory ahead of the 2026 International Half Marathon, sponsored by Premium Trust Bank, scheduled to take place on Saturday, 6 December 2025, in Abuja.
To ensure the safety of thousands of expected athletes and to guarantee smooth coordination of the event, the entire marathon route will be closed to vehicular traffic from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM. Motorists are advised to plan alternative travel routes early to avoid delays.
RACE ROUTE OVERVIEW
Start Point:
Opposite National Federal Fire Service, Mohammed Buhari Way
Route Progression:
– Proceed straight down before Gana Street; turn right into Constitution Avenue
– Continue straight to Federal Secretariat; turn right onto Shehu Shagari Way
– Move straight after the Court of Appeal; turn left into Goodluck Jonathan Expressway
– Continue straight and turn right onto Murtala Mohammed Expressway
– Head straight to Apo Roundabout; turn right onto Nnamdi Azikiwe Expressway
– Continue straight to Area 1 / Galadimawa Roundabout; turn left onto Ambassador Valentine Okereke Boulevard
– Proceed straight and turn right onto Christopher Gwabin Musa Way
– Continue straight and turn right into Package B Sports Complex
– Run through Package B into Package A
Finish Point:
In front of the Velodrome, Abuja.
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT MEASURES
The Directorate of Road Traffic Services (DRTS) confirms that traffic and security personnel will be posted along the entire course to guide motorists, manage diversions, and ensure public safety. Motorists are urged to comply with all instructions from on-site officers.
