The Ghost Catcher a serial by Tunde Akingbade

Here is another Akingbade play to mystify the senses and ensnare the mind. In this one, a king is dubbed "The Ghost Catcher" for the way he handles (and mishandles) a murderous incident involving political and magical intrigue.

A Yoruba King - The play is about the reign of King Abipa, the fourteenth king to rule the Yoruba nation, and the fourth and the last who ruled in Gboho.

protesting silently - Bashorun's House. The chiefs sit down. Each of them holds a calabash-full of wine. They occasionally sip from their calabashes. The Asipa brings out a small snuff bottle from his pocket. He begins to sniff carefully, sneezing heavily as he takes it. None of the other chiefs appeared to notice him as they concentrate on the keg of pamie before them.

King Abipa - The palace. King Abipa sits on his throne in full regalia; the Olori sits beside him with wrapper tied a little over her breast. She puts on heavy beads making her look gracefully. The Ologbo shows up in an-over-sized kicker and what looks like a waistcoat, which reveals his muscles. He trots up to the king and stands at his back. Second later, he starts to blow his instrument.

Far away in Oyo - Far away in Oyo. The messengers continue to drag their feet. They look worn-out but never relent.

Six beings roam through the bushes - Messengers walk off-stage. Six beings roam through the bushes with lighted touches. They hoot as they walk along

The six chiefs gather - The following day. The six chiefs gathered in the Kings palace.

Hunters arrive in Oyo at night - Hunters arrive in Oyo at night. The state is partially dark.

religious significance - A large crowd gathers in front of the King's Palace. The occasion is the Jakuta sacrifices. The Chiefs are present. The people are all happy. The Olori wears a cheeky-grin smile as she radiates beauty beside the King. Performers are dancing round an obelisk, which has religious significance.

The Bashorun finally breaks the silence - The king, Olori and Ologbo go off state. The chiefs stand up and depart. Light dims. Moment afterwards, they re-appear on stage – which now represents the Palace court yard, a place meant for nobles. After the sacrifices the chiefs retired. They sit on small benches. Staring everywhere. The Bashorun finally breaks the silence.

The chiefs sat down gazing disappointed - Bashorun's house. The chiefs sat down gazing disappointed.

the king talks to the Head slave - Many days later, in the Palace, the king talks to the Head slave.