Abuja, Nigeria [June 26 2024]: Run Club Abuja, a fitness community situated in the Federal Capital Territory of Nigeria, hosts its 4th edition of the Charity Half Marathon Abuja in partnership with their headline sponsor, Norrenberger, an industry-leading, integrated Financial Services Group. The event is aimed at raising N10 million for medication and medical tools for the leprosy village in Kwali Area Council, Abuja.
Prior to the event scheduled for July 13 2024, a press conference was held at Norrenberger’s head office in Maitama, to officially unveil this strategic partnership. During the event, representatives from both organizations signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to solidify their commitment to the success of the annual Charity Half Marathon.
In his remarks, the President of Run Club Abuja, Emmanuel Blaze Otopka, expressed his enthusiasm: “We are delighted to partner with Norrenberger for the Charity Half Marathon Abuja 2024. This event is not just about running; it’s about making a real difference in the lives of those in need. The support from Norrenberger and other sponsors will help us reach our goal of raising N10 million naira for the Alheri Community, providing essential medication and medical equipment to those affected by leprosy.”
From renovating hospitals to providing infrastructure in schools across the Federal Capital Territory, the fitness event has upheld its charity mantra by giving back to society, ultimately touching lives.
Tony Edeh, Group Managing Director/CEO of Norrenberger also shared his thoughts on the partnership: “At Norrenberger, we are committed to unlocking opportunities in society. More importantly, we are an organisation that believes in driving societal change through our corporate responsibility and sustainability (CR&S) practice; programmes that are geared towards making positive impact in our communities. Our collaboration and partnership on the Charity Half Marathon Abuja 2024 aligns with this cause. We are proud to stand with Run Club Abuja on this initiative and look forward to delivering a hugely successful event.”
Run Club Abuja is a vibrant fitness community dedicated to promoting health and wellness through running and other fitness activities. Norrenberger, its headline sponsor, a financial services group that provides a comprehensive range of products and services, including Asset Management, Private Equity, Development Finance, Investment Banking, Pensions, Securities Trading, Insurance, Fintech, and Digital Banking.
The recently concluded press conference had in attendance top executives from both organisations as well as executives of the co-sponsors, Modern Shelter, who have been of tremendous support over the years. A community leader from the Leprosy Village, Kwali, representatives of other sponsors, partners and the press were also in attendance.
For more information about the event and how to participate or support, please visit www.runclubabuja.com.
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