Itchy Boots returns to Africa. Entering NIGERIA 🇳🇬 [S7-E61]

Itchy Boots

Itchy Boots

26 min, 12 sec

The video details the vlogger's return to Africa, reunion with her motorcycle named Alaska, and her preparation for and execution of crossing the border into Nigeria.

Summary

  • The vlogger expresses regret for leaving her motorcycle, Alaska, alone for four months due to a broken hand.
  • She describes the challenges of maintenance, such as dealing with rust on the chain due to the coastal climate in Cotonou, Benin.
  • A new helmet, the Arai Tour-X5, is introduced and compared with the older model, and an auction for the old helmet is mentioned to benefit the charity Two Wheels for Life.
  • The vlogger discusses visa preparations, the ongoing rainy season, and the road to Nigeria, mentioning an upcoming border crossing.
  • Detailed experiences at the Benin-Nigeria border are shared, including interactions with officials, customs procedures, and the inability to purchase a Nigerian SIM card without a national ID.

Chapter 1

Introduction and Reunion with Alaska

0:04 - 1 min, 13 sec

The vlogger introduces the episode from Cotonou, Benin, and reunites with her motorcycle, Alaska.

The vlogger introduces the episode from Cotonou, Benin, and reunites with her motorcycle, Alaska.

  • The vlogger is back in Cotonou, Benin, and apologizes for the noise from a nearby pump.
  • She reunites with her motorcycle, Alaska, after a four-month separation.
  • She recounts the challenges of leaving Alaska alone, such as the rusted chain due to the coastal climate.

Chapter 2

Maintenance and Preparations in Cotonou

1:16 - 1 min, 11 sec

The vlogger discusses the maintenance done on Alaska and shares reasons for her return.

The vlogger discusses the maintenance done on Alaska and shares reasons for her return.

  • The vlogger cleaned and oiled the rusted motorcycle chain.
  • She explains that she returned to Africa with a visa for Nigeria and waited out the majority of the rainy season.
  • However, she finds out the rainy season is still ongoing, with frequent torrential downpours.

Chapter 3

New Gear and Charity Auction

2:27 - 1 min, 53 sec

The vlogger introduces her new helmet and plans an auction for her old helmet to support a charity.

The vlogger introduces her new helmet and plans an auction for her old helmet to support a charity.

  • She presents her new Arai Tour-X5 helmet and describes its features compared to the old model.
  • The vlogger announces an auction for her old helmet, with proceeds going to Two Wheels for Life.
  • The charity supports healthcare programs in Africa by delivering aid via motorcycles.

Chapter 4

Final Preparations before Leaving Benin

4:20 - 2 min, 47 sec

The vlogger makes the last preparations before departing Benin, including visas and sending the helmet to Europe.

The vlogger makes the last preparations before departing Benin, including visas and sending the helmet to Europe.

  • Her passport is being processed for a Congo visa, and she plans to send her old helmet to Europe for the auction.
  • She discusses her new motorcycle tires and her satisfaction with Alaska starting up after four months.
  • The vlogger prepares to leave Benin the next day and cross the border into Nigeria.

Chapter 5

The Journey to the Nigeria Border

7:07 - 2 min, 32 sec

The vlogger starts her journey towards the Nigeria border, discussing riding conditions and local culture.

The vlogger starts her journey towards the Nigeria border, discussing riding conditions and local culture.

  • She comments on the tall stature of Alaska compared to her previous motorcycle, the Royal Enfield.
  • The vlogger brought new tires with her on the plane, anticipating difficulty in finding them in Benin.
  • She observes the clothing of the locals, noting the popularity of designs from the Dutch company Vlisco.

Chapter 6

Crossing into Nigeria

9:39 - 2 min, 32 sec

The vlogger documents her experience crossing the border into Nigeria.

The vlogger documents her experience crossing the border into Nigeria.

  • She arrives at the Benin side of the border and completes the customs formalities.
  • The vlogger exchanges her CFA currency for Nigerian naira before moving on to the Nigeria side.
  • She experiences some confusion in locating the customs office but eventually completes all required procedures.

Chapter 7

Entering Nigeria and Initial Observations

12:12 - 5 min, 2 sec

The vlogger enters Nigeria and shares her initial observations and interactions.

The vlogger enters Nigeria and shares her initial observations and interactions.

  • Upon entering Nigeria, she is unable to purchase a SIM card without a Nigerian ID card.
  • The vlogger passes through various checkpoints and observes the lack of helmet use among locals.
  • She navigates through heavy traffic and encounters friendly officers at checkpoints.

Chapter 8

First Impressions of Nigeria and Concluding Thoughts

17:14 - 8 min, 52 sec

The vlogger shares her first impressions of Nigeria and concludes with her thoughts for the day.

The vlogger shares her first impressions of Nigeria and concludes with her thoughts for the day.

  • She continues her journey, observing the lush greenery and enduring numerous checkpoints.
  • The vlogger decides to keep her dark visor down to avoid unnecessary stops and conversations.
  • She concludes the video with her excitement about being back on Alaska and the need for caution in Nigeria.