Lagos, Nigeria — Lagos has etched its name in the history books as the first African city to host the E1 electric powerboat race, staging the highly anticipated E1 Lagos Grand Prix (GP).
The event, which brought the global spotlight to Nigeria’s commercial capital, marks a major milestone in the push for clean energy, sustainable innovation, and youth-centered opportunities.
In his remarks, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu described the moment as a clear signal of the future Lagos is building. “This speaks to the future we are building, one of clean energy, innovation, and opportunities for our young people,” he said.
He also expressed appreciation to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for his goodwill message and for reaffirming Nigeria’s broader commitment to sustainability and the blue economy.
By securing a place on the official E1 calendar alongside cities such as Monaco, London, and Venice, Lagos has positioned itself among leading global destinations embracing next-generation sporting and environmental initiatives.
“Lagos has once again shown that we are bold, resilient, and ready to take our place on the global stage,” the Governor added.
The E1 Lagos GP is expected to boost tourism, inspire local innovation in clean technology, and strengthen Nigeria’s reputation as a rising player in global sustainable development conversations.
