Nigeria holds music festival despite threat of violence

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Despite ongoing security concerns in Nigeria, the capital city hosted its second annual Abuja Music Festival. The event strikes a chord with both local and international artists.

U.S. ambassador to Nigeria, James Entwistle, was among the dignitaries at the event. On the recent spate of insecurity in the country the envoy reiterated his government commitment to the fight against the militant group Boko Haram. CCTV’s Susan Mwongeli has more.

 

Nigeria holds music festival despite threat of violence

Despite ongoing security concerns in Nigeria, the capital city hosted its second annual Abuja Music Festival. The event strikes a chord with both local and international artists. CCTV's Susan Mwongeli has more.