Scopolamine: The 'Jazz' Drug Fueling Nigeria’s One-Chance Kidnaps

A recent social media video argues that what many call juju or jazz in one-chance kidnappings is actually scopolamine. This plant-based substance can be sneakily mixed into powders or drinks. Victims become compliant, disoriented and suffer short-term amnesia, yet appear conscious while handing over valuables. Similar cases have been documented in South America. Highlighting a chemical, not supernatural, cause could help Nigerians recognize and avoid this hidden threat when travelling or socializing.

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