Mysteries Naija

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?