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Emmanuel "Emmiwuks" Myam, the 25-year-old cyclist who gained fame for riding from Benue to Lagos in 2022, has embarked on an unprecedented solo bicycle journey from Nigeria to the United States. His mission: to raise awareness for conflict-affected orphans across Africa.

  • Departed Lagos on July 2 on a symbolic 8,573km journey
  • Aims to spotlight displaced children's struggles through his pedal strokes
  • Survived 2023 near-death appendicitis that reshaped his purpose
  • Previously cycled 15 days from Makurdi to Lagos on a repaired bike
  • Funded trip through savings from a N100k/month crane operator job
  • The route requires an ocean crossing and navigating multiple borders
In His Words: "This ride represents the uphill battles vulnerable kids overcome daily. Every mile pedaled is their story of resilience." The journey faces monumental challenges - from Sahara crossings to visa logistics - but follows Pelumi Nubi's 2024 London-Lagos driving feat. Supporters gathered at LASU to witness his departure.

Sources: TheCable, @emmiwuks