Echoes of Africa- The Podcast

Echoes of Africa- The Podcast

By Fatimah Binta SanusiHistory
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Echoes of Africa- The Podcast episodes

  • Dele Giwa: The Assassination That Left Nigeria Searching for Answers

    On 19 October 1986, Nigerian journalist Dele Giwa was killed by a letter bomb delivered to his home. His assassination shocked the nation and raised troubling questions about political power, press freedom, and justice.

    In this episode of Echoes of Africa, we revisit his life, the circumstances surrounding his death, and the investigations and controversies that followed.

    Who sent the deadly package? Why does the case remain significant in Nigeria’s history?

    This is the story of a journalist, a letter bomb, and questions that refuse to disappear.

    15 min

About Echoes of Africa- The Podcast

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Echoes of Africa is a narrative documentary podcast exploring African history, Nigerian history, true crime, political events, historical mysteries, and untold stories. From forgotten events and powerful leaders to coups, scandals, unsolved cases, and extraordinary people, we go beyond the headlines to uncover the stories that shaped Africa—and the questions that remain unanswered. Through immersive storytelling and careful research, we bring Africa’s past and present to life.