A young and adventurous Nigerian man has allegedly embarked on an extraordinary and highly ambitious journey from Nigeria all the way to the United States of America — using only a bicycle as his means of transportation.
This daring expedition was brought to public attention through a post shared on the popular social media platform X (formerly known as Twitter) by user @dammiedammie35. The post featured a video showing the young man confidently riding along a Nigerian road, fully geared up for what could be described as a once-in-a-lifetime adventure.
In the viral video, the man can be seen pedaling a bicycle that is heavily loaded with numerous items, believed to include his essential travel kits, food supplies, and other survival gear needed for the long and uncertain journey ahead. Interestingly, the bicycle proudly displays the flag of the United States, symbolizing his intended final destination and perhaps serving as a motivational emblem throughout the trip.
The unusual and bold sight has sparked massive attention and reactions across social media, with many users expressing a mixture of shock, amusement, admiration, and deep curiosity. Several netizens questioned the feasibility of such a trip, particularly considering the vast distance, diverse terrains, and the challenge of crossing oceans.
Others jokingly speculated whether the young man’s actions were a publicity stunt, a record-breaking attempt, or simply a creative way to "japa" (a slang term for migrating abroad) that has become popular among Nigerian youth seeking greener pastures overseas.
See some reactions below:
@BadpreneurJiggy: “Abeg send your plug number, I need strong Igbo way go make me sef vex say I wan use Nylon fly enter US!”
@deolar_zeal: “Lmao shey America come be UK wey no too really far?”
@mattewkola: “Make una dey calm down oooooo which kine lie be this, this one no fit cotonue before he drop bicycle now.”
@World_chels: “Will he also ride the bicycle through the Atlantic ocean? And other terrains that might be even unwalkable?”
@zimachoppers: “Abeg ooo is this also Guinness books of record game? Abi japa format?? Koye mi ni oo.”
@andy_cmo: “It’s EmmyWuks the same guy that rides the last time to meet Davido from Benue to Lagos.”
WATCH VIDEO:
Nigerian man embarks on a solo bicycle trip from Lagos to the United States of America 🚲🇺🇲🧎🏻♂️➡️ pic.twitter.com/12ZMqy46mO
— Oyindamola🙄 (@dammiedammie35) June 30, 2025
