PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT ENUGU INTERNATIONAL MARATHON (FULL + 10KM ROUTE).

The Enugu State Ministry of Transport wishes to inform the general public of a scheduled metro shutdown in view of the International 42km Marathon, taking place this Saturday, 3rd May 2025.

As part of safety and traffic control measures for thousands of runners, including international athletes, selected roads will be completely closed to vehicular movement from 6:00 AM to 12:00 Noon.

Following a successful route reconnaissance, the following key metro roads will be fully locked:

1. Ogui Junction to Shoprite to Subway (Okpara Avenue), 

2. Subway Junction to Radio Nigeria Junction to Kingsway Road to Prisons Junction to Akwata Junction to Mgbemene Junction. 

3. Coal Camp to Detective College Junction. 

4. Mgbemene to Ziks Avenue Junction.

5. Detective College Junction to Edozie to Keyeta Road to UNEC

6. UNEC to Spar Junction

7. Spar Junction to Monkey Roundabout (EFCC Road) and NTA Road. 

8. Ike Ekweremadu Road to Okpara Square. 

9. Bisala Road to Government House Road. 

10. Chime Avenue, Ogui Road to Old Artisan Junction. 

11. Tunnel to All Saints Junction.

12. All Saints Road to Ekulu Primary School Junction to Bridge Waters Corporation. 

13. Okpara Square to Toscana Hotel to Nza Street to New Haven. 

Alternate Routes Available:

To ease movement and reduce disruption, commuters are advised to use the following routes:

1. Detective College Junction to Gariki.

2. ⁠Uwani Area. 

3. ⁠Achara Layout.

4. ⁠Maryland.

5. ⁠Trans Ekulu. 

6. Abakpa. 

7. ⁠Emene.

8. ⁠New Artisan to Mega Fueling Station (Naira Triangle). 

9. ⁠New Market to Golf Estate. 

10. ⁠Toscana Road to Artisan to Goshen Estate to Mega to Emene. 

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

There will be no vehicle movement in the affected areas during the closure period. All motorists, commuters, and residents are advised to plan their routes ahead of time and cooperate with traffic management personnel.

We appreciate your support as we host this landmark event. Let’s show the world the true spirit of Enugu — hospitality, discipline, and pride in global excellence.

For updates, follow the Enugu State Government, Ministry of Youth and Sports and Ministry of Transports’ official channels.

Signed:

Hon. Dr. Obi Ozor.

Commissioner for Transportation

Enugu State Government

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