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Two Intersex Nigerians James & Mystique Share their Story with BBC Pidgin

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6 years ago

September 30, 2019

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This is a story of two intersex Nigerians, James Johnson and Mystique Evolving, who were born with male and female organs.

They share their experiences with BBC Pidgin, including the various problems they encounter as a result of their condition.

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Wetin be intersex? For many of dem, growing up dey easy until dem reach puberty and pipo go tink say na phase and you go grow pass am. Abused, unloved and witout support many intersex for Nigeria dey struggle wella. For di full gist, LINK IN BIO. ?: @onyiinspire . . . . . . . #BBCPidgin #BBCNews #Intersex #SexualIdentity #Nigeria #Monday #MondayInspiration

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