Vincent Desmond
NIGERIA
‘People Just Want a Life’: Why These Young People are Bailing on Nigeria
Many young Nigerians believe Peter Obi winning the presidential election is their last hope of ending corruption and perpetual violence. But for some, it's already too late.
Vincent Desmond
Chika Oduah
2.22.23
NIGERIA
‘Where Are the Bodies?’: How Nigeria’s COVID Vaccine Drive Fell Short
Poor access to vaccines, rampant misinformation pushed by religious leaders, and mistrust in the government have all hit Nigeria’s stuttering vaccination rollout.
Vincent Desmond
12.21.21
NIGERIA
Nigeria's Most Vulnerable Hit Hardest By Unprecedented Twitter Ban
Social media has been a way for young people, the LGBTQ community and other underrepresented groups to organise for change.
Vincent Desmond
6.8.21
Features
What Feels Nigerian But Isn't Really Nigerian? Celine Dion
“Until you asked me about it, I didn’t even realise stanning Celine was optional.”
Vincent Desmond
2.9.21
NIGERIA
The Religious Underbelly to Conversion Therapy In Nigeria
In Nigeria, religious leaders treat many LGBTQ+ young people as if they are possessed by demons.
Vincent Desmond
12.18.20
NIGERIA
Nigerian President Remains Silent After Military Kills Multiple Peaceful Protesters
A reported 15 people were killed and hundreds more injured at an anti-police brutality protest in Lagos last night.
Vincent Desmond
Dipo Faloyin
10.21.20
NIGERIA
Footage Shows Police Shooting at Peaceful Protesters in Nigeria
Several injured and at least one dead on day four of national protests.
Vincent Desmond
10.13.20
police brutality
Nigerian Police Are Extorting People Who 'Look Gay'
Officers are using the pandemic as an excuse to harass the LGBTQ community, forcing them to pay their way out of trouble.
Vincent Desmond
8.20.20
LGBTQ
LGBTQ+ Rights Are Changing Across Africa. But It's a Thorny Process
In the past year, Angola and Botswana have shed their anti-gay laws. What can others learn from them?
Vincent Desmond
10.28.19