In an unconventional bid for justice, a Nigerian man turned to traditional spirituality after the brain box of his car was stolen, inviting a native doctor to perform a public invocation of the Ayelala deity at his residence.
The bizarre incident, which was captured on video and shared on X (formerly Twitter), quickly went viral, drawing widespread attention and a flurry of commentary from amused and intrigued users alike.
In the video, the man stands solemnly a few feet from the native doctor, who arrived equipped with a microphone and loudspeaker. The spiritualist, dressed in traditional attire, could be seen issuing a powerful curse against whoever was responsible for the theft, warning that dire consequences awaited unless the stolen car part was returned promptly.
“Return what you took or face the wrath of Ayelala,” the native doctor declared in Yoruba, as neighbors looked on.
Social Media Reactions: A Mix of Humor and Cultural Insight
The dramatic nature of the ritual especially the use of sound amplification became the subject of humorous debates online, with users questioning the modernization of traditional practices and the seriousness of the act.
Some popular reactions include:
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@Lion_Heart_OT: “When did Ayelala people start using mic and speakers to call their gods? Dem don scam this guy, chai!”
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@ugo_shib: “Story. Oga, your car brain box don waka go.”
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@ObakpororoM: “When we went through this path, we had a better society.”
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@Chiefosplug: “Omor, this one na the best approach — an eye for an eye makes the world eye open.”
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@Millinialfantom: “Miracle no dey tire thieves oo. They finally succeeded in carrying your brain box.”
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@florad_xplorer: “Brain box lost no do you, now you dey send Ayelala go mission wey e no sabi. If Ayelala miss road, who you go send next?”
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@MurphyAlaka: “This is real. Ayelala doesn’t show mercy once invoked. Ask Ilesha, Ondo, and Edo people you’ll learn fast not to joke with it.”
Cultural Commentary
The Ayelala deity, rooted in southwestern and midwestern Nigerian traditional belief systems, is widely regarded as a powerful spiritual force used to seek justice in cases of theft, betrayal, and injustice. While some see it as superstition, others believe it remains a potent alternative to conventional justice systems, especially in situations where formal legal remedies fail.
This incident, though unusual, highlights the growing intersection between tradition, modern frustration, and digital virality. Whether or not the brain box is returned, the video has already ensured that the gods and the internet have heard the man’s cry for justice.
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