Lagos to host Africa’s first E1 electric boat race in October

On October 4 and 5, 2025, Lagos State will host Africa’s first-ever E1 Series electric boat racing championship, setting the stage for history. According to Arise TV, Rodi Basso, the CEO of the E1 Series, hailed Lagos’ successful candidacy during a news conference on Monday, highlighting the milestone in the face of fierce competition from elite cities. Basso discussed how the boating sector is changing and called the accomplishment “a major milestone for sport, sustainability, and commerce in Africa.” “The boating business is evolving despite the ocean being one of…