Best Swimmer in Africa / Nigerian swim coach, Dare Akinrodoye, has captured the admiration of many by embarking on a remarkable journey: swimming the entire length of Lagos’ Third Mainland Bridge.
Known as Coach Dare, Akinrodoye undertook this daring feat with a noble purpose: to raise awareness about suicide and combat despair. He revealed that swimming played a pivotal role in transforming his own sadness, preventing him from succumbing to thoughts of suicide.
The best Swimmer in Africa / Nigeria Akinrodoye highlighted the significance of the Third Mainland Bridge, often associated with public suicides in Lagos, as the backdrop for his mission.
The event unfolded in Lagos on March 30th, drawing a crowd of spectators and his dedicated medical team, all rallying behind him. Mobolaji Ogunlende, the Lagos state commissioner for youth and sports, graced the occasion, representing the state government and demonstrating their support.
Swimming a staggering total of 11.8 kilometers without interruption, Akinrodoye completed the journey in an impressive 2 hours and 33 minutes, showcasing both physical prowess and unwavering determination.
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