Dr. Ishola Explained

Ishola Oyenusi (died 8 September 1971), popularly known as Dr. Ishola, was a notorious Nigerian armed robber who was active during the 1970s.^[1] His modus operandi was carjackings, bank robberies and heists committed during hold-ups.

Trial and execution

Oyenusi together with six other members of his gang were executed on 8 September 1971 by a combined police and armed forces firing brigade.^[2] His execution was caught on film.

See also

• Lawrence Anini
• Mighty Joe

References

• Osifodunrin . Paul Ayodele. December 2007 . Violent Crimes in Lagos, 1861–2000: Nature, Responses, and Impact . 5:ARMED ROBBERY AND MURDER IN LAGOS, 1960-2000 . University of Lagos.

Notes and References

1. News: Your Habit Determines Your Habitat! . Gbenga . Adebambo . 12 December 2015 . . 1 February 2017 .
2. Web site: 1971: Ishola Oyenusi, smiling to his death. ExecutedToday.com. 9 July 2015.