Lagos will make maritime history this weekend as it hosts the E1 Series — the world’s first all-electric powerboat championship — with qualifying set for October 4 and race day on October 5, 2025 on the Victoria Island lagoon.
Organisers say the Lagos Grand Prix is the E1 World Championship’s African debut and part of a growing global calendar that brings high-speed, hydrofoil-equipped RaceBird electric boats to iconic waterfront cities. The event is being billed as a major milestone for electric marine sport and sustainable motorsport innovation.
Local authorities are preparing for large crowds and disruption: Lagos State has announced traffic diversions and partial road closures around Victoria Island for the two-day event to ensure spectator and participant safety. The racecourse will run on the inland waterways adjacent to Awolowo Road and the Boat Club.
On the water, the single-seat RaceBirds — lightweight, hydrofoil boats that lift above the surface to reach high speeds while minimising wake and noise — will be piloted in knockout rounds and finals after qualifying on October 4. The series promotes zero emissions on the water and showcases electric propulsion technology for marine transport.
The championship draws international attention not only for its tech but for star power: the series has attracted high-profile team owners and investment that have helped raise its profile worldwide. Organisers and partners say Lagos’s hosting underlines the city’s ambitions to be a leading African hub for major sporting and sustainability events.
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and other officials welcomed the event as a “watershed moment” for Nigeria and Africa, citing expected tourism, hospitality and media exposure alongside legacy programmes aimed at environmental awareness and local skills development.
Spectators can expect qualifying tomorrow, October 4, with the main race spectacle on October 5. Organisers recommend arriving early for fan-zone activities and to observe local traffic notices. For the latest race times, ticketing and official broadcast details, check the E1 Series website and Lagos State communications.
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