Ondo Auto Rally: The ‘Greatest Show on Wheels’ set for April 4
By Daniel Oyekan Building on the momentum of the 2025 Lagos Autofest, the spotlight of Nigerian motorsports shifts to the hills of Ondo for the most anticipated racing event of
By Daniel Oyekan
Building on the momentum of the 2025 Lagos Autofest, the spotlight of Nigerian motorsports shifts to the hills of Ondo for the most anticipated racing event of the year: the 2026 Ondo Auto Rally.
Scheduled for Easter Saturday, April 4, this year’s rally—themed "The Greatest Show on Wheels"—promises an unparalleled fusion of high-octane speed, rugged endurance, and a deep-rooted commitment to environmental sustainability.
The event blends world-class racing with immersive cultural experiences and eco-friendly initiatives. Alongside the high-octane auto racing, the rally will also feature a MTB XCE cycling competition and a tree planting event, showcasing the organizers' commitment to environmental sustainability.
Activities will commence at the Governor’s Office in Akure from 8:00 a.m. with on-road racing headlined by Built-in-Nigeria Race Cars. This segment will showcase Nigeria’s growing automotive engineering capacity and innovation, placing locally built performance vehicles at the forefront of national pride and technical excellence.
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"“The Ondo Auto Rally will offer a world-class experience for motorsport enthusiasts, cultural lovers, socialites, and entrepreneurs," President of the Work N Play Group and organisers of the rally, Adeoye Ojuoko, said. " It will provide a platform for high-performance racing, cultural expression, lifestyle networking, and commercial opportunities, while promoting environmental sustainability.”
Meanwhile, the excitement moves to Smokin Hills Race Course in Ilara-Mokin at 1:00 pm, where the atmosphere will intensify with off-road racing, drifting exhibitions, endurance challenges, cultural displays, live performances, the MTB XCE cycling competition, and a tree planting ceremony.
The Smokin Hills terrain provides the perfect setting for a motorsport experience inspired by the rugged endurance of the Dakar Rally while maintaining the speed, precision, and glamour reminiscent of Formula 1 circuits.
With participation expected from elite drivers, automotive brands, racing clubs, sponsors, investors, and cultural troupes, the 2026 Ondo Auto Rally is poised to deliver unmatched excitement while fostering collaboration across industries.
