Mysteries Naija

Esther

Welcome to Mysteries Naija! True crime, mysteries & the occasional "what the hell?" and one episode at a time closer to trusting no one. 🇳🇬 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. Every episode is for informational purposes only. Have a story for us? Kindly reach us at contact@mysteriesnaija.com

  1. 2d ago

    The Hunchback Murders — Victims Targeted for a Disturbing Belief (Adeoye Dowo)

    They were targeted for a physical condition they had no control over. In some Nigerian murder cases, victims with hunchbacks were killed because their attackers believed body parts could bring them wealth through money rituals. One of these cases involved Adeoye Dowo, a man whose murder shocked a community in Ondo State in 2012. Other reported cases reveal that this was not an isolated story. In this episode, we revisit the victims, the disturbing beliefs linked to these crimes, and the investigations and court proceedings that followed. Listener discretion is advised.

    The Hunchback Murders — Victims Targeted for a Disturbing Belief (Adeoye Dowo)

  2. 5d ago

    Mysteries Naija Special: Have the Village People Finally Found You? (Sleep Paralysis)

    You wake up in the middle of the night. You're fully aware of your surroundings, but you can't move. You try to scream, but nothing comes out. And then you notice something in the room, or something sitting heavily on your chest. For some people, it's a demon. For others, it's a ghost, a witch, or an unexplained presence. Across different cultures, people have described remarkably similar experiences, often with terrifying explanations. In this Mysteries Naija Special, we look into sleep paralysis, the strange experiences people report, and what might actually be happening when the mind wakes up before the body does. Listener discretion is advised.

    Mysteries Naija Special: Have the Village People Finally Found You? (Sleep Paralysis)

  3. Oct 23

    The ₦10 Robbery That Sent Mighty Joe to the Firing Squad (Isiaka Busari)

    In the early 1970s, one name carried weight on the streets of Idi Oro, Lagos, Mighty Joe. Born Isiaka Busari, he became notorious for intimidating residents, extorting money, and using fear to maintain his reputation. His influence grew during a period when Lagos was struggling with violent crime, and his story eventually ended at Bar Beach in 1973. But accounts of his life, his criminal connections, and the circumstances surrounding his execution do not all agree. In this episode, we trace Mighty Joe's rise, the reputation that made him feared in Lagos, his arrest, and the controversy surrounding his execution. Listener discretion is advised.

    The ₦10 Robbery That Sent Mighty Joe to the Firing Squad (Isiaka Busari)

  4. Oct 20

    The Criminal Who Smiled at the Firing Squad (Dr. Ishola Oyenusi)

    Before Anini, before the names that dominated Nigeria's crime headlines decades later, there was Dr. Ishola Oyenusi. In the late 1960s and early 1970s, Oyenusi became one of Nigeria's most notorious armed robbers. His name was linked to bank robberies, violent hold-ups, repeated prison escapes, and a gang that operated across Lagos and beyond. But who was the man behind the nickname, and how did his criminal career come to an end in 1971? In this episode, we trace Dr. Ishola Oyenusi's rise, the robberies that made him infamous, his final arrest, and the public execution that became part of Nigeria's crime history. Listener discretion is advised.

    The Criminal Who Smiled at the Firing Squad (Dr. Ishola Oyenusi)

  5. Oct 17

    Did Nafiu Rabiu Kill His Wife, Fatima? (Fatima Rabiu)

    In May 1979, Fatima Rabiu was found dead inside her home in Kano. The night before, she had been entertaining guests with her husband. By the following day, the house was at the centre of a murder investigation. The details surrounding that morning raised questions that would follow the case for years. And when the first court delivered its decision, the story was far from over. In this episode, we revisit the mysterious death of Fatima Rabiu, the circumstances that made her husband's case one of Kano's most talked-about trials, and the legal battle that reached Nigeria's Supreme Court. Listener discretion is advised. SOURCE: https://lawcarenigeria.com/nafiu-rabiu-v-kano-state/?utm_source=chatgpt.com#google_vignette Disclaimer: This episode is produced for commentary, education, and historical discussion, based on publicly available records and published reports. Questions raised are presented in the context of the documented legal proceedings, not as assertions of guilt beyond the court's findings. We do not intend to defame any individual or family. Any errors or disputed accounts are unintentional, and the content should not be taken as a claim beyond the available evidence.

    Did Nafiu Rabiu Kill His Wife, Fatima? (Fatima Rabiu)

  6. Oct 14

    Serial Killer Soldier On Death Row Who Killed Again (Jimoh Obabu Salau)

    In May 2012, 22-year-old Idowu Aliyu was travelling from her home in Kogi State back to school when she made a decision that would cost her life. She needed a ride to the motor park. The man who offered to take her there was not who she thought he was. When a farmer stumbled upon a disturbing scene in the bush, the discovery exposed a case that raised questions about a suspect's past, the fate of previous victims, and whether other people were involved. In this episode, we revisit the murder of Idowu Aliyu and the disturbing allegations surrounding Jimoh Obabu Salau. Listener discretion is advised.

    Serial Killer Soldier On Death Row Who Killed Again (Jimoh Obabu Salau)

  7. Oct 10

    8-Year-Old Girl Killed and Mutilated by a 22-Year-Old Physics Student (Victory Chikamso)

    In August 2017, eight-year-old Victory Chikamso Nmezuwuba disappeared in Eliozu, Port Harcourt. What followed shocked the community, but the case became even more disturbing when the main suspect escaped from police custody. The search crossed state lines, and the investigation eventually led to a courtroom where two men would face the consequences of Victory’s death. In this episode, we retrace the murder of Victory Chikamso, the escape that complicated the investigation, the confessions presented in court, and the legal outcome of a case that devastated a family. Listener discretion is advised.

    8-Year-Old Girl Killed and Mutilated by a 22-Year-Old Physics Student (Victory Chikamso)

  8. Oct 8

    Good Riddance or Lost Love? — The Danish Deception Finale: Part 4 (Onyeka Ehie)

    The marriage is over. But ending the relationship doesn't necessarily mean the problems end with it. As Onyeka Ehie's story reaches its final stretch, the aftermath raises even more questions about what she was left to deal with, what she discovered, and what happens when the life you thought you were building turns out to be something completely different. In this episode, we continue The Danish Deception through TikTok Parts 22–26, following the final revelations and aftermath of Onyeka's story. Listener discretion is advised. Disclaimer: This series is based on Onyeka Ehie’s TikTok series and the statements, accounts, and information she shared publicly in those videos. It is presented for commentary and discussion purposes and reflects the information available from her own account at the time of publication. Any allegations or claims mentioned are attributed to the individuals who made them and should not be taken as independently verified facts.

    Good Riddance or Lost Love? — The Danish Deception Finale: Part 4 (Onyeka Ehie)
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Welcome to Mysteries Naija! True crime, mysteries & the occasional "what the hell?" and one episode at a time closer to trusting no one. 🇳🇬 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. Every episode is for informational purposes only. Have a story for us? Kindly reach us at contact@mysteriesnaija.com

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  • Creator
    Esther
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    63
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Esther
  • Show Website
    Mysteries Naija