3. Nigeria
Nigeria is one of the most homophobic countries in the world, and it certainly is in the upper ranks on this list of the 11 worst countries for LGBT travellers. With widespread homophobia, high rates of LGBT hate crimes, and inhumane legal troubles for members of the LGBT community, Nigeria is definitely one place to avoid.
Case in point: the 2008 publishing of the names, photos, and addresses of members of a Lagos-based church that is known for being friendly to the LGBT community and the violence experienced by several members of that church soon after the information was published.
Depending on the area, homosexuality is punishable in Nigeria with a prison sentence, fines, physical punishments, and sometimes even death. Not to mention, the community is largely hostile and discriminating against indiscreet gays and lesbians.
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