Chicago’s Nigerians watch World Cup with optimism and resolve
By Yolanda Perdomo
Chicago’s Nigerians watch World Cup with optimism and resolve
By Yolanda Perdomo
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Immigrant communities throughout Chicago are excited about seeing the World Cup. Thirty-two nations will compete to win the ultimate soccer championship. Nigeria is one of three African countries that qualified for the World Cup.
Nigerians in Chicago are looking forward to seeing their team, but some are concerned over an unresolved conflict in their homeland. WBEZ’s Yolanda Perdomo talked with several Nigerians in Chicago about soccer and the crisis affecting a group of schoolgirls kidnapped in April.
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