Ishmael Arthur wins Asante Akyem Marathon

Agona Swedru-based athlete Ishmael Arthur emerged winner of this year's Asante Akyem Marathon held on Easter Monday. 

The 20km marathon, which drew over 300 participants from across the country, started from Akutuasi in the Asante Akyem District, through the Agogo township and ended at the Collins Senior High School Park.

Ishmael finished first in the men's category with a time of 2:49:06, whereas Kudanu John and Richard Kweitu came second and third respectively.

In the women's division, Abdulai Ramatu came first with Titi Rosina second while Amanda Kotambe came third.

In the Juvenile category,  Abu Nuri Seth emerged the winner with Nkansah Deborah placing second while Diana Antwiwaa came third.

This year's Asante Akyem Marathon was the second edition following a successful organisation of the maiden edition last year.