In the bustling heart of Lagos, Nigeria, Detective Ayo Ogunlade is thrust into a labyrinth of deceit and danger following the brutal murder of local activist Emmanuel Babatunde. As the case unfolds, Detective Ayo confronts a web of corruption and betrayal that spans from the slums of Yaba Yard to the corridors of power. With each clue, the lines between friend and foe blur, and the stakes escalate. Amidst relentless rain and the ever-present hum of the city, Detective Ayo must navigate a treacherous path where every shadow conceals a potential threat. Will he uncover the truth behind Emmanuel’s murder, or will the city’s dark secrets consume him? "Yaba Yard Whodunit" is a gripping literary crime fiction that captures the vibrant yet perilous essence of Lagos, where the quest for justice intertwines with the resilience of a community fighting for its soul.