Champions Pocket N37m, Six Cars at 12th National Derby Races in Sokoto
Onuminya Innocent in Sokoto
The Sen. Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko International Race Course in Durbawa, Kware Local Government Area, came alive as the 12th edition of the National Horse Racing Derby ended in grand style, with winners carting home over N37 million and six vehicles.
Tagged “Sokoto 2026”, the weeklong equestrian fiesta was organised by the Nigerian Derby Horse Racing Association to commemorate the third anniversary of the administration of Governor Ahmed Aliyu Sokoto. It drew horse owners, jockeys and spectators from across Nigeria and neighboring West African countries.
The grand finale was headlined by five prestigious races. They include; the Sultan’s Cup, Governor’s Cup, Sen. Aliyu Magatakarda Wamakko Cup, Governor Ahmed Aliyu Cup, and the coveted President Bola Ahmed Tinubu Cup, which alone gulped over N37 million and six brand new cars in prizes.
