Being gay in Nigeria has never been easy. But life for homosexuals in Africa's most populous country has just become a lot harder – some would say almost impossible – with a new law that punishes same-sex marriage by up to 14 years in jail, and makes support for gay associations or clubs a criminal offense. Douglas Herbert speaks to Joseph Akoro, a Nigerian human rights activist and former director of the Initiative for Equal Rights.<br /><br /><br />Visit our website:<br />http://www.france24.com<br /><br />Like us on Facebook:<br />https://www.facebook.com/FRANCE24.English<br /><br />Follow us on Twitter:<br />https://twitter.com/France24_en
