A Nigerian cyclist, Emmi, has officially ended his “Nigeria to USA on a Bicycle” project following the denial of both his Schengen and United States visa applications.
Emmi returned to Nigeria 68 days ago to process the necessary travel documents needed to continue his cross-continental journey.
On January 29, he attended his Schengen visa interview, but after waiting 29 days, his application was denied.
Hoping to salvage the journey, he proceeded with his U.S. visa application. However, on March 18, that application was also denied, effectively bringing the ambitious project to a halt.
Reacting to the development, Emmi said:
“It is 68 days since I returned to Nigeria to fix my Schengen and USA visas. On January 29th, I went for my Schengen interview, and after 29 long days of waiting, it was denied. I put my last hope on The US visa. On March 18, my US visa also got denied.”
He added:
“With a very heavy heart, I have to say it: The ‘Nigeria to USA on a Bicycle’ project has come to an end. I will come back stronger. From Nigeria to Mauritania, across 12 countries, I felt love… Real love and that’s why this hurts even more. Thank you Family.”
Emmi’s journey, which took him across 12 countries from Nigeria to Mauritania, had gained attention for its endurance and message of unity before its abrupt end due to visa constraints.
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