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The curious phenomenon of Nigeria’s disappearing penises

17 mins | Dec 23, 2023
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Penis-snatching incidents are on the rise in Nigeria, with members vanishing at bus stops and markets. The root of the problem? A psycho-social condition called koro, a panic attack brought on by the stress of modern life. Kingsley Charles explores the phenomenon of Nigeria's missing genitals. Read by Gary Furlong.

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