Premiering on Al Jazeera English on 24 August 2015, My Nigeria is a
documentary series, made up of six half-hour episodes that unearth the human
stories of Africa’s leading economy.
From stand up-comedian Basketmouth to Nollywood star turned politician Kate
Henshaw, from ICT expert Gbenga Sesan to fashion designer Deola Sagoe, from
football coach Femi Bamigboye to female mechanic Sandra Aguebor, each film
focuses on one central character, who invites the viewer into their world, sharing
their story in their own words.
“The series was commissioned specifically to support Al Jazeera English’s brand
“Hear the human story,’ to bring people’s stories directly to our screens, told in in a
first-person style without mediation, offering a range of authentic views,’ says
Ingrid Falck, head of documentaries at Al Jazeera English.
Award-winning South African directors Brian Tilley and Clifford Bestall shot the
series across Nigeria, which is home to one in five Africans.
“To get beyond the cliches of Africa, there isn’t a better place than Nigeria,’ says
Ingrid. “For every stereotype of corruption or extremism, there are millions of
ordinary Nigerians making this African powerhouse tick. Our series focuses on these
individuals to see firsthand how Nigerians are busy making a difference.’
Watch the
My Nigeria series promo.
