A 27-year-old Yola resident has landed himself in serious trouble after breaking into a woman’s home and carting away 22 pieces of her underwear, allegedly for ritual use.
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The case of Muktar Shehu has left many residents of Adamawa State shaking their heads in disbelief, as the young man — who had his whole life ahead of him — now faces the consequences of a bizarre and disturbing decision.
Shehu, aged 27, was arraigned before a Chief Magistrate Court in Yola after he was caught following a break-in at a woman’s residence, from which he allegedly stole 22 pieces of her pants. According to reports, the underwear was taken for ritual purposes — a practice that, unfortunately, continues to rear its ugly head across different parts of Nigeria.
What Happened?
The accused reportedly broke into the victim’s home and specifically targeted her underwear, making away with 22 pieces. For many Nigerians, this kind of incident is not entirely unheard of — the use of personal items, particularly women’s undergarments, in juju or money rituals has been a recurring phenomenon reported across the country.
However, as this case clearly shows, such desperate and criminal pursuits never end well.
Court Remands Shehu to Correctional Facility
Following his arraignment before the Chief Magistrate in Yola, Muktar Shehu was remanded at a correctional facility in Adamawa State as the case proceeds through the courts.
The matter has been adjourned for further hearing, and the accused will remain in custody in the meantime.
A Broader Conversation Nigeria Needs to Have
This incident once again opens up the conversation about the dangerous allure of get-rich-quick schemes and ritual practices that continue to trap young Nigerians. From stealing underwear to more deadly crimes carried out in the name of rituals, these acts not only destroy innocent lives but also ruin the futures of the perpetrators themselves.
At 27, Muktar Shehu had every opportunity to build a legitimate life. Instead, a misguided belief in the power of stolen pants has landed him behind bars.
As Nigerians, we must continue to speak out against these practices in our communities, educate our young people, and reinforce the message that there are no shortcuts to success — not through juju, not through ritual, and certainly not through crime.
The courts will have the final say, but one thing is already clear: this is a cautionary tale no one should have to learn the hard way.
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