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The Kidnap of an Angel
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March 17, 2026
In this riveting dive into the groundwork of investigative journalism, Peter Iwoba Eguda tells the story of Emmanuel Oscar, a go-getting journalist with a relentless nose for news. While visiting a new nightclub, Emmanuel encounters its proprietress, Gloria Anegba, only to realize she bears a striking resemblance to a millionaire’s wife who was strangled just three months after her grand wedding. Driven by curiosity, Emmanuel breaks into the estate of James Akintayo to inspect the late wife's corpse, leading to a high-stakes fourteen-day ultimatum: prove the club owner and the dead bride are the same person, or face the consequences.
Emmanuel’s investigation takes him from the streets of Lagos to the settlements along the River Niger, hunting for clues in a world before the internet, where information wasn’t free and every lead had a price. Upon his return to Lagos, the tension peaks; a ruthless killer is on his tail, bodies are dropping, and someone is desperate to ensure his discovery never sees the light of day.
I first read "The Kidnap of an Angel" about twenty years ago, and it has left a lasting impression that thousands of other books haven't been able to erase. I was particularly fascinated by the gritty, "boots-on-the-ground" reporting and the nostalgic glimpses of a different era, evident in the old value of the Naira and the lack of digital shortcuts. The story carries you effortlessly with its simplistic recount of events and a subtle, dark humor that keeps the stakes grounded. To avoid spoilers, I’ll stop here, but this book comes with my highest recommendation. You'll love the thrill! Read it!
Emmanuel’s investigation takes him from the streets of Lagos to the settlements along the River Niger, hunting for clues in a world before the internet, where information wasn’t free and every lead had a price. Upon his return to Lagos, the tension peaks; a ruthless killer is on his tail, bodies are dropping, and someone is desperate to ensure his discovery never sees the light of day.
I first read "The Kidnap of an Angel" about twenty years ago, and it has left a lasting impression that thousands of other books haven't been able to erase. I was particularly fascinated by the gritty, "boots-on-the-ground" reporting and the nostalgic glimpses of a different era, evident in the old value of the Naira and the lack of digital shortcuts. The story carries you effortlessly with its simplistic recount of events and a subtle, dark humor that keeps the stakes grounded. To avoid spoilers, I’ll stop here, but this book comes with my highest recommendation. You'll love the thrill! Read it!
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