Nigeria’s commercial nerve centre, Lagos is set to host a world class and Africa’s first E1 Electric Powerboat Championship in October, 2025.
The E1 World Championship, billed to hold between October 3 and 5 in Victoria Island, will feature no fewer than 250 sports personalities, according to the organisers.
This was disclosed by the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of E1 Series, Rodi Basso, at a media parley in Lagos on Tuesday.
According to him, Lagos competed with other global cities to secure the hosting rights, noting that about 72 electric boats will be on parade.
The E1 series, being organised in conjunction with the Lagos State Government, is a world-class E1 Electric Powerboat Championship.
It symbolises Lagos’ commitment to clean energy and climate action, promotion of innovation, tourism, cultural exchange, commerce, sustainability, water transportation and sports potential.
Basso said that nine teams, including Didier Drogba and Will Smith teams, will be in Lagos for the electric boat racing championship.
The E1 Series boss spoke further, “While the ocean is known as one of the most challenging environments of nature, the boating industry is making some significant changes to how they operate their watercraft; however, there are still challenges that remain, and, to overcome those challenges, organisations must redesign and innovate in ways unseen in the industry.
“The E1 Series showcases the technical prowess behind such important developments in the marine industry, but also how boats can become more sustainable by leveraging alternative power and unique architecture to minimise their impact in the most challenging scenarios.”
Mr Sam Egube, the Chairman of the Local Organising Committee (LOC) and Deputy Chief of Staff to Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is excited that the championship will showcase Lagos’ culture, energy, and economic potential to the world.
“For Lagos, the City of Aquatic Splendour, this is proof of capacity; a thriving hub of commerce, culture, and creativity hosting an event that merges speed, sustainability, and innovation. It signals economic opportunity, tourism growth, and global prestige. E1 Lagos GP elevates Nigeria’s profile as a modern, progressive, and forward-thinking nation.”
“This is an opportunity to show the world what makes Lagos special: the cultural heritage and energy of Lagos people. It is also an opportunity to welcome tourists and investors and share Lagos success stories to bring in more investment and highlight the potential of the city of aquatic splendour. History is happening here. Lagos is racing for the future, for Africa, for the world,” Egube said.
Other members of the LOC present at the media parley were the Commissioner for Tourism, Arts and Culture, Mrs Toke Benson-Awoyinka, and her counterpart in the Ministry of Transportation, Mr Oluwseun Osiyemi.
In a brief remarks, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, the Special Adviser (Media and Publicity) to Governor Sanwo-Olu, said the Governor is passionate about today’s and tomorrow’s Lagos in line with his administration’s THEMES+ developmental agenda.
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