Skating to school to cut costs in Nigeria

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Sixteen-year-old Abdullahi Ahmad travels 8 kilometers to school in Nigeria on roller skates. That’s because fuel prices have soared and his parents can't afford to pay for transport. But there are risks involved.

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00:00Abdullahi Ahmad has found an innovative way to save money on his daily commute to school.

00:12The 16-year-old boy from Kanu, Nigeria, has to travel 8 kilometers each way,

00:18and his solution for how to get there is quite novel.

00:22He goes on rollerblades.

00:30Before, the transport cost for my schooling ranged between 200 to 300 naira, about 15 euro cents.

00:42And suddenly things changed.

00:45It now costs 500 to 600 naira, and my parents could no longer afford it.

00:51That's why I decided to utilize my skating skills as a practical solution.

00:56And I realized it's even easier, because it takes time for me to find a commercial bike.

01:03And that makes me late for school.

01:10Currently, no regulations apply specifically to skaters in Nigeria.

01:15And experts warn skating alongside vehicles on the road can be dangerous.

01:20That makes the challenge even greater for Abdullahi.

01:27But that doesn't stop him from pursuing his dream of becoming a doctor.

01:40And more automotive tales next time on Rev.

01:44and more automotive tales,

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