Akin

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A young boy with short, dark, curly hair and expressive dark brown eyes. He has a medium brown skin tone. Akin is typically dressed in a vibrant, slightly faded t-shirt and comfortable shorts, perfect for playing soccer. He carries a worried expression when faced with the dark path to the borehole but shows determination. His build is average for a child.

Friend 1

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A lively young boy with short, neatly braided dark hair and bright dark brown eyes. His skin tone is a warm dark brown. He wears a brightly colored, striped t-shirt and denim shorts, with a mischievous smirk often playing on his face. His build is slim and energetic, typical of a child who enjoys playing.

Friend 2

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A quiet young boy with short, textured dark hair and wide, observant dark brown eyes. He has a deep dark brown skin tone. He's dressed in a simple, light-colored t-shirt and practical cargo shorts. His expression is often a bit more reserved, and he can appear easily nervous. His build is average and sturdy for a child.

Mother

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A caring yet stern adult woman with dark, intricately braided hair often tied back or styled with a colorful headscarf. She has warm dark brown eyes and a medium-dark brown complexion. Her typical attire consists of a vibrant Ankara print wrapper skirt and a matching blouse, conveying a sense of traditional elegance. She has an average to curvy body type and a firm, commanding presence, softened by her loving smile.

Mama Bola

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An elderly woman with a wise, wrinkled face and a mischievous glint in her wide dark eyes. Her grey hair is usually covered by a brightly patterned headwrap. She has a dark brown, sun-kissed skin tone. Mama Bola wears traditional, colorful Nigerian attire, perhaps a loose-fitting buba and iro, which are practical for daily tasks like pumping water. Her body type is petite and slightly stooped with age, but she exudes a vibrant, gossipy energy.