Mustapha Sidebeh Wins Njawara Marathon

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

The annual Njawara Marathon, organized by the Njawara Youth Development Society last Saturday  was won by the acclaimed10 km runner, Mustapha  Sidebeh.

He was awarded a cash prize of D1000, goal medal, certificate and a trophy.

 Andrew Jasseh, who came out second received D800, silver medal and a certificate.

While the third place winner, Dawda M.L. Ceesay, received a Bronze Medal and a certificate.

In the 5km race, which started from Darusalam to Njawara,  Fatou M. Sanyang came out first. She received D1000, goal medal, certificate and a trophy.

 Mariama T. Jallow came out second and was awarded a cash prize of D800 and a Silver  Medal and Awa Jobe who came out third got a Bronze Medal and a certificate.

Masireh Trawally was the winner of the 3km category .

He went home with a stationary package worth about D 500.

Second and third positions holders, Ismaila Jagne and Ebrima Jobe, also received a stationary package worth D300 and D200 respectively.

The marathon was graced by the Aji Haddy Panneh, Alkalo of Njawara village and some government officials.

Author: By Pa Modou Faal
Source: (Monday, 28th July 2008 Issue)