The House of Death: Mysterious "Doomed House of Mberi" in Imo State, Where a Dead Family Has Been Living for 50 Years

A chilling story from the Mberi area in Imo State has captured the attention of many, as locals and visitors alike are mystified by the eerie existence of what is now infamously known as the House of Death or the Doomed House of Mberi.

This strange and unsettling house has been standing for over five decades, and its story is as mysterious as it is terrifying.

Fifty years ago, an unknown man from Bayelsa arrived in the village of Mberi with the intention of constructing a house. The man, who never revealed his full identity or the purpose of the building, purchased land in the area and began construction. Upon completing the house, he mysteriously disappeared without a trace, and no one ever saw him again. Locals believe that the man was somehow connected to dark forces or perhaps had a nefarious purpose in mind.

Since the completion of the house, strange occurrences have been reported, earning it the ominous nickname "The House of Death." The building, which seems to be abandoned, has been a source of dread for the surrounding community. One of the most unnerving details about the house is that, despite it appearing empty, an electric bulb is often seen glowing brightly in the house at night, with no one physically present inside. Residents of the village claim that they can hear strange noises emanating from within its walls, as though a presence or entity is residing there.

The mystery deepened in 2012 when a chilling cry of a newborn baby was allegedly heard coming from the house. The disturbing sound sent shockwaves through the village, and many residents fled their homes in fear. Some even moved away from the vicinity, unwilling to live anywhere near the cursed building. Those who dared to pass by the house at night reported hearing unsettling whispers and noises, leading to a widespread belief that the house is haunted or inhabited by spirits.

As if that weren't enough, the village's chief priest took an extraordinary step in response to the house's growing reputation. Fearing the potential harm of its dark influence, the chief priest issued a ban to the villagers, forbidding them from using the streets surrounding the house or partaking in any activity near it. Locals have long respected this decree, which only adds to the air of mystery and fear surrounding the place.

Some theories have circulated over the years about the house’s unusual happenings. Some believe it is the result of occult practices or an ancient curse, while others speculate that the house was built for purposes far beyond what is understood. There are even whispers that the house might be a place where rituals or sacrifices have taken place, though no one has ever been able to prove such claims.

The presence of the house, along with its strange occurrences, has drawn visitors from across the country, eager to uncover the truth behind the mysteries of the Doomed House of Mberi. Some believe the house is a portal to another world, while others simply refer to it as the "haunted house."

Despite the rumors, the house still stands, a crumbling monument to its unknown past, surrounded by an air of secrecy and suspicion. The House of Death remains a terrifying enigma in Imo State, and its place in local folklore continues to grow as more people become drawn to its eerie story.

For now, the house stands silent, its secrets locked away within its decaying walls, while the villagers continue to stay away, respecting the warnings issued by their chief priest. The truth of what happened in that house may never be known, but the legend of the Doomed House of Mberi will likely endure for many years to come.