Mysteries Naija

Esther

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Welcome! We're dedicated to meticulously telling the stories of Nigerian true crime. From cold cases to notorious trials, we put the victims first, using a factual and respectful approach to uncover the full narrative. If you're looking for the complete story behind the headlines, you've come to the right place

3d ago

Mohbad: Everything That Happened Before His Death — Part 1 (Ilerioluwa Aloba)

Before the headlines, protests, investigations, and unanswered questions, there was Mohbad, a talented young artist fighting to make his mark in Nigeria's music industry. In Part 1 of this special series, we explore the life of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, from his early struggles and rise to fame to the relationships that shaped his journey. We examine his marriage to Wunmi, his complicated relationship with Naira Marley and Marlian Records, his friendship with Bella Shmurda, collaborations with Zinoleesky, interactions with Zlatan, and the role of figures such as Sammy Larry in the controversies that followed him. As Mohbad's career grew, so did allegations of intimidation, disputes within the label, public accusations, and personal struggles that played out in front of millions. This episode pieces together the events, conflicts, and key personalities surrounding Mohbad's life, ending just one day before his death. To understand the controversy that followed, we must first understand the story that came before it. Part 2 will cover Mohbad's final hours, and the events following his death.

57 min
Jun 7

Nigeria’s Richest Kidnapper? The Evans Story (Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike)

For years, wealthy business owners across Nigeria lived with a terrifying possibility: becoming the next target of Evans, the man police described as one of the country's most notorious kidnappers. Known as Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, Evans was accused of masterminding a sophisticated kidnapping network that allegedly collected millions of dollars in ransom from victims and their families. Operating across multiple states, his activities generated fear, headlines, and one of the largest manhunts in modern Nigerian history. When authorities finally tracked him down in Lagos, the arrest shocked the nation. But the investigation that followed revealed an even bigger story, one involving enormous ransom payments, luxury properties, international connections, and years of evading capture. This episode examines the rise and fall of Evans the Billionaire Kidnapper, the criminal network attributed to him, the police operation that ended his run, and the legacy of one of Nigeria's most infamous crime figures. Listener discretion is advised.

26 min
Jun 3

The Pain Behind the Voice — The Tragedy Behind the Music (Osinachi Nwachukwu)

To millions of listeners, Osinachi Nwachukwu was the powerful voice behind some of Nigeria's most beloved gospel songs. Her music inspired faith, hope, and resilience. But behind the public image was a marriage that friends, family members, and colleagues later described as deeply troubled. Following her death in 2022, allegations of prolonged domestic abuse sparked national outrage and renewed conversations about violence within relationships, silence, faith, and the barriers many victims face when seeking help. This episode examines the life and death of Osinachi Nwachukwu, the allegations against her husband, the investigation that followed, and the case that forced Nigerians to confront difficult questions about domestic violence and accountability. More than a true crime story, it is a story about warning signs, missed opportunities, and a voice that touched millions before it was silenced. Listener discretion is advised.

40 min
May 28

Mysteries Naija Special: The Internet Made Her a Symbol

In 2023, Hilda Baci became more than a chef. She became a national obsession. What started as a record-breaking cook-a-thon quickly turned into something bigger. Millions watching live streams, celebrities showing up, brands rushing in, and Nigerians across the world rallying behind one woman standing over a stove for days. But beyond the applause and Guinness World Record headlines was another story: how the internet transforms ordinary people into symbols overnight. This special episode explores the rise of Hilda Baci, the social media frenzy surrounding the cookathon, the pressure of virality, the backlash that followed, and why so many Nigerians saw themselves in her success. From food content creator to global headline, this is the story of how the internet turned Hilda Baci into more than a person, it turned her into a moment in Nigerian culture.

25 min
May 24

A Chicken, Eggs, A Conviction, and Years On Deathrow (Segun Olowookere)

At just 17 years old, Segun Olowookere was arrested in Osun State and later sentenced to death in a case that would spark controversy for years. Supporters, activists, and family members insisted he was innocent and claimed he was wrongfully convicted. Others pointed to the court's findings and maintained that the conviction was lawful. As public attention grew, the case became one of Nigeria's most debated justice stories. After spending more than a decade behind bars, Olowookere's story returned to national headlines, raising questions about wrongful convictions, death row sentences, police investigations, and the limits of justice. This episode examines the Segun Olowookere case, the allegations, the court proceedings, the campaign for his release, and the controversy that continues to surround what really happened. Was he a victim of a flawed system—or is the full story more complicated than the headlines suggest?

38 min
May 21

She Was Looking for Work — He Was Looking for a Victim. (Iniubong Umoren)

In April 2021, Iniubong Umoren, a young philosophy graduate, left home for what she believed was a job interview in Akwa Ibom State. She never returned. As friends and family searched desperately for answers, attention turned to a man named Uduak Akpan, who had allegedly contacted her about the opportunity. What investigators uncovered would shock the nation and spark conversations about job scams, violence against women, and the dangers hidden behind seemingly ordinary opportunities. This episode examines the disappearance of Iniubong Umoren, the investigation that led police to Uduak Akpan, the evidence presented in court, and the case that captured the attention of millions across Nigeria. A heartbreaking story of trust, deception, and a young woman whose search for a better future ended in tragedy.

1h 5m
May 16

The Teacher, The Ransom, and A 5-Year-Old Girl (Hanifa Abubakar)

In 2021, the kidnapping and murder of 5-year-old Hanifa Abubakar shocked Nigeria and devastated the city of Kano. What began as a missing child case took a horrifying turn when investigators discovered that the person behind the crime was someone trusted by the community, her very own school proprietor and teacher, Abdumalik Tanko. According to police, Hanifa was abducted for ransom, poisoned, and buried in a shallow grave after her family continued searching for her. The case triggered nationwide outrage and renewed conversations about child safety, trust, and violence hidden behind familiar faces. This episode breaks down the Hanifa Abubakar case, the investigation that exposed the truth, the confession that stunned the country, and how one little girl’s death became one of the most heartbreaking true crime stories in Nigeria.

21 min
May 12

They Robbed the Bus — Then Left Her to Die (Greatness Olorunfemi)

In September 2023, the death of Greatness Olorunfemi sparked outrage across Nigeria. After armed robbers attacked a commercial bus in Abuja, the young woman was critically injured and reportedly taken from hospital to hospital while urgent treatment was delayed. By the time help finally came, it was too late. Her story quickly became more than a robbery case. It raised difficult questions about emergency healthcare, hospital policies, public safety, and how a young woman fighting for her life could be failed so many times in one night. This episode breaks down the Greatness Olorunfemi case, the Abuja bus robbery, the timeline of her final hours, and the national conversation that followed after Nigerians demanded answers and accountability.

1h 9m

Welcome! We're dedicated to meticulously telling the stories of Nigerian true crime. From cold cases to notorious trials, we put the victims first, using a factual and respectful approach to uncover the full narrative. If you're looking for the complete story behind the headlines, you've come to the right place

Creator

Esther
Years Active

2025 - 2026
Episodes

19
Rating

Explicit
Copyright

© Esther
Show Website

Mysteries Naija