President Goodluck Jonathan will on Saturday lead government officials as well as sports men and women to an out-door physical training exercise in Abuja, which is aimed at promoting sports and fitness in Nigeria.

The programme, which includes jogging, physical stretches and light aerobics will start at 7.00am with a long walk from the Presidential Villa by the President in the company of government officials, presidential aides, political associates, sports personalities and enthusiasts.

According to a statement by the Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the President, Dr. Reuben Abati, the training will culminate in a solidarity rally for President Jonathan at the Eagle Square, organized by the Nigerian sports community.

Sports personalities expected to participate in the physical training exercise and solidarity rally include Mary Onyali, Austin Eguavoen, Kanu Nwankwo, Joseph Yobo and Chika Chukwumerije, amongst others.