Emmanuel Myam, the 25-year-old Nigerian adventurer popularly known as Emmiwuks, has reached Ghana in his daring solo bicycle journey from Lagos to the United States.
Emmiwuks kicked off his cross-continental quest on July 1,
cycling through Benin Republic, Togo, and Ghana in just 10 days.
The Benue state native, who gained fame in 2022 for cycling
from Makurdi to Lagos to meet music star Davido, earlier revealed that his
inspiration stems from personal struggles and a near-death experience in 2023.
He added that he aims to raise awareness and support for
orphaned and displaced children affected by conflict across Africa.
On Wednesday, Emmiwuks took to Instagram to share his
progress with photos from Ghana, while celebrating the milestone with his
followers.
“Day 10Project NIG2USA. Welcome to Ghana. The land of
warmth, rhythm, and strength,” he wrote.
“A new country, a new chapter, same mission, raising a voice
for the displaced and the forgotten across Africa.
“Ghana, let’s ride this journey together. From Nigeria to
the world, the movement is alive. Naija no dey carry last.”
Earlier in Benin Republic, Emmiwuks visited an orphanage,
using donations from supporters to assist the children, an experience he said
deeply moved him.
“Today, I visited an orphanage here in Benin with my little
support and it touched me deeply,” he wrote.
“Seeing those children reminded me of the displaced people
in my dear country and across Africa, suffering in silence because of
insecurity.
“This journey isn’t just about cycling, it’s about giving
them a voice. Every ride, every mile, is for them. But I can’t do it alone.
“Lend your voice. Share the story. Let’s ride this together.
Stay strong kids I will be back for you soon.”
POSSIBILITIES OF RIDING A BICYCLE FROM NIGERIA TO THE US
Riding a bicycle from Nigeria to the United States, which is
roughly 5,327 miles (8,573 kilometers), is an extraordinary challenge that
involves significant logistical, geographical, and political hurdles.
Below is an analysis of the possibilities and challenges:
1. Geographical feasibility
– No direct land route: There is no continuous land connection between Nigeria
and the US due to the Atlantic Ocean.
– Alternative routes: The closest feasible overland route would involve cycling
through Africa, shipping the bike across the Atlantic (e.g., to South America),
and continuing north through Central America. However, this would require
visas, shipping logistics, and navigating unstable regions.
2. Political and bureaucratic challenges
– Border crossings: The journey would require traversing multiple countries
with varying visa requirements, security risks, and bureaucratic delays.
– US entry: Entering the US via land (e.g., Mexico) would still require a visa
and customs clearance for the bicycle.
3. Practical considerations
– Terrain and safety: Cycling through regions like the Sahara Desert or
conflict zones in Africa poses extreme risks, including dehydration, banditry,
and lack of infrastructure.
– Ocean crossing: Shipping the bicycle (e.g., via cargo ship) would be
necessary, adding cost and complexity.
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