Xkart Series gets a boost as International racer Phillip Gana support teenage driver in West Africa

Kart racing is gradually becoming a popular motorsports in Nigeria, West Africa as International racer Phillip Gana boosts maiden X-Kart Series in Racing Arena Sagamu Interchange Ogun state,Nigeria.

Ade Ojuoko, President of the Work and Play Group, a principal partner of the Xkart series expressed his enthusiasm about Gana’s involvement and support, Saying it is a Win-Win relationship for all the trio.

Philip Gana, a rising star in the Kart Motorsport is said to be Nigeria & West Africa only FIA licensed Kart Racer.

He has indicated his interest not only to take part in the series tournament but also sponsor several young drivers, adding a touch of international flair to the competition.

Speaking with Bukola Feyisetan of Metallic Horse and second principal partner of the Xkart Series said ” the Competition will assist in positioning better drivers as it is an opportunity to catch them young”

“It’s fantastic that the motorsport community is gaining momentum and attracting the attention of stakeholders like Phillip Gana,” Mr Ojuoko added that. “As a leading promoter of the sport, we believe this will significantly advance our developmental plans in various ways.”

The X-Kart Series follows a successful December 2023 flagoff event hosted by Work and Play in partnership with Metallic Horses at their purpose-built track named Racing Arena located along Interchange Sagamu-Abeokuta highway.

The event served as a precursor to the upcoming March series which will take place at the prestigious Ondo Auto Rally.

Mr Ojuoko revealed that Gana plans to field a team primarily composed of teenage drivers between the ages of 14 and 19.

“The X-Kart Series is essentially a youth-driven sport, and Gana’s participation with a young team will undoubtedly challenge other competitors,” he remarked.

Mr Ojuoko emphasised that safety is paramount for both the off-road series in Ogun State and the upcoming event in Ondo State in March.

“From the equipment to the kart construction, safety is our top concern,” he stated. “We also have additional security and safety measures in place, including inspections by the Federal Road Safety Corp, the Nigeria Police and the presence of health personnel at all event venues.”

Mr Ojuoko expressed his confidence that the X-Kart Series will not only deepen public interest in motorsport but also attract further corporate support. He added that registration for different X-Kart groups has began

Interestingly, the Racing Autos Development Association (RADA), the governing body for motorsport racing in Nigeria, has officially endorsed the X-Kart Series.