Global leader in online financial trading, FXTM Nigeria, organized an exhilarating charity cycling event over the weekend, bringing together cycling enthusiasts from across the country.
The competition attracted 190 participants from various states, including Rivers, Kwara, Oyo, Ogun, and Lagos, showcasing the spirit of sportsmanship and community engagement.
Cyclists competed in six categories—Professional Male, Professional Female, Junior Male, Junior Female, Veteran Male, and Veteran Female—ensuring opportunities for riders of all skill levels.
Kicking off at 6:30 a.m., the race featured Juniors completing 10 laps, Veterans tackling 14 laps, and Professionals racing 20 laps on a 2.8-kilometer circuit.
Substantial cash prizes were awarded, with winners in the Professional categories receiving ₦500,000, ₦300,000, ₦200,000, and ₦150,000 for the 1st to 4th positions, while cyclists finishing 5th to 15th earned ₦50,000 each.
In the Junior Male and Female categories, winners earned ₦150,000, ₦100,000, and ₦50,000 for the top three spots.
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Veteran winners took home ₦250,000, ₦150,000, and ₦100,000 for first , second and third positions, respectively.
Participants and spectators alike praised FXTM for organizing the event, which fostered a sense of unity and offered a platform for cyclists to showcase their talents.
Many attendees expressed gratitude for the opportunity to take part in such a well-organized and inclusive competition, hoping for more events of this nature in the future.
The event also reflected FXTM’s commitment to empowering communities and promoting values that align with their parent company Exinity’s philosophy of “freedom to succeed.”
The stand-in Country Representative for FXTM, Kelechi Ehibudu said: “FXTM is delighted to sponsor this Community cycling charity event. With its resounding success, this event has set a new benchmark for community-focused initiatives in Nigeria. FXTM’s dedication to blending sport, charity, and empowerment has left a lasting impression, inspiring many to look forward to future events.”