LGBTQ+ Nigerians celebrate Pride month in defiance of anti-gay law
YouTuber Victor Emmanuel knows first-hand how tough life is for people who are openly gay in Nigeria, where LGBTQ+ relationships and even same-sex displays of affection are illegal.
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YouTuber Victor Emmanuel knows first-hand how tough life is for people who are openly gay in Nigeria, where LGBTQ+ relationships and even same-sex displays of affection are illegal.
LGBTQ+ Nigerians are gathering to party and push back against anti-gay laws and societal norms this Pride Month.
Gay, trans and bisexual Nigerians are gathering to party and push back against anti-gay laws and societal norms
Although homosexuality is illegal in Nigeria, more LGBTQ+ people are finding the courage to celebrate during Pride month. In 2017, a poll found 83% of Nigerians would not accept an LGBTQ+ family number. In 2019, that number dropped to about 60%.