After crossing into Nigeria, I entered one of the most intense chapters of my African journey.

This entire episode brings together my complete ride through the country—from the border with Benin, through some of Nigeria’s biggest cities, all the way to the border with Cameroon.

After travelling through the chaos and intensity of southern Nigeria, I continued further southeast toward one of the most important milestones of the journey: crossing into Cameroon.

After experiencing the intensity of Lagos, I continued deeper into Nigeria, heading east through Benin City and eventually Owerri.

Leaving Lagos behind did not mean leaving the chaos behind—the roads remained busy, unpredictable and full of the constant movement that defines travelling through Nigeria.

Leaving Benin behind, I continued east toward one of the biggest and most intense countries on the African continent: Nigeria.

After enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of Cotonou, the transition into Nigeria was immediate. The roads became busier, the traffic heavier and the overall pace of life increased dramatically.