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IGP Orders Lagos CP To Investigate Mohbad’s Death

Kayode Egbetokun, the Acting Inspector-General of Police, (IGP) has directed Lagos Commissioner of Police to initiate a swift and comprehensive investigation into the death of singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba aka MohBad.

This directive was conveyed during a brief discussion at the Police Airwing Hangar, Murtala Muhammed Airport, Ikeja, Lagos, on Saturday.

He tasked the CP to quickly and effectively unravel the truth behind the tragedy as there have been understandable concerns and speculations surrounding the circumstances of his untimely demise.

A statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Olumuyiwa Adejobi explained: “Nigeria Police Force hereby earnestly urges any family members or close associates possessing valuable information pertaining to this case to come forward and cooperate with the Lagos State Police Command to ensure that justice is served and the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s demise are thoroughly examined”.

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He Is In The Mortuary, No Case To Answer – Alleged Voice Note Of Sam Larry Reacting To Mohbad’s Death

A voice recording alleged to be that of Lagos socialite, Sam Larry reacting to Mohbad’s death has emerged online

In the voice note, a male voice can be heard allegedly discussing Mohbad’s death with an unidentified person, adding that there is no case to answer.

Speaker 1: “He (mohbad) is already in the mortuary.”

Speaker 2: ”(agrees) on God they’ve put him there.”

Speaker 1: “All stations left to beg, no case to answer. (Settled).”

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No Harm Was Wished On Him – Naira Marley Finally Speaks On

Naira Marley, the popular Nigerian singer and rapper, has spoken for the first time since Mohbad died on Tuesday.

Mohbad passed away under controversial circumstances and was buried on Wednesday in Ikorodu, Lagos State.

In a statement posted on his Instagram on Friday, Naira Marley said he is “heartbroken” by Mohbad’s death, adding that he will “be truly missed”.

The Marlian Record label boss admitted that although they had “disagreements, no harm whatsoever was wished on Mohbad”.

Naira Marley also condoled with Mohbad’s family, while demanding a thorough investigation into the 27-year-old’s death.

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Where Did He Go? Who Was The Nurse Treating Him? – Naira Marley Asks Questions About Mohbad’s Death

Naira Marley, the famous Nigerian singer and record label executive, has taken to Instagram to ask several questions.

He pose some questions over the demise of his former signee, Mohbad.

In posts shared on his Instastories, Naira Marley asked where Mohbad was at the time he passed away and who were the people with him as well.

He also questioned the story of Mohbad suffering an ear infection. He further asked about the identity of the nurse that treated Mohbad at the time and also wondered why an autopsy wasn’t carried out on the singer before he was laid to rest.

“Where did he go? Who were the people with him? Who was the nurse treating him? Why was there no autopsy?” – Naira Marley wrote

See his posts below…

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Over 200,000 Sign Petition To Ban Marlian Records Over Mohbad’s Death

Over 200,000 people have signed the petition calling for the ban of Marlian Records, the music label owned by Naira Marley, in the wake of the death of popular singer, Mohbad.

Mohbad, 27, passed away on Tuesday and was laid to rest on Wednesday.

The police in Lagos have since commenced a probe of the case to determine the nature of his death.

A Change.Org petition by an anonymous blogger has been initiated on the matter.

It has racked up over 200,000 signatures as of September 16.

Mohbad, before his death, was in a faceoff with Naira Marley, the singer who signed him to the Marlian label.

At the peak of it, he had exited the label in favour of a solo run.

The Change.Org petition is now requesting that an investigation should be carried out on why Mohbad could not appear before the police after he was previously summoned over his squabbles with industry executives.

It called for a thorough investigation of the Marlian Music brand and Sam Larry Elegushi, the music promoter.

The cause of Mohbad’s death is still unknown, although allegations have made the rounds.

Joseph Aloba, his father, revealed that Mohbad died after an auxiliary nurse was invited to inject him.

Omowunmi, the partner of Mohbad, also recounted the singer’s struggles when he was alive.

The police would later announce a comprehensive investigation into Mohbad’s death on Thursday.

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#JusticeForMohbad: Over 47,000 Sign Petition To Ban Naira Marley, Others On Marlian Records Over Mohbad Assault

A petition to ban Marlian music has garnered more than 47,000 signatures, labeling Marlian Records as a clandestine drug syndicate posing as a record label.

Marlian Records is a Nigerian record label owned by popular Nigerian artist Naira Marley.

The campaign titled: “Ban Marlian Music” had garnered over 47,000 petitions as of 12.30 pm on Friday.

Giving reasons for the petition, the advocates explained that Marlian Records recruits young boys to peddle drugs as well as indulge in drug-related activities.

They attached some pictures and videos showing Naira Marley and some of the artists on the label.

The campaigners stated that “it could be seen in a trending case of ex-signee Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba popularly known as Mohbad/Imole; how his life was cut short, how his fundamental rights as a human being was trampled upon just before his demise.

“The perpetrators of the acts include Sam Larry And Naira Marley as evidences are being opened up to the public how he was beaten, trailed as well as killed by these men – Sam Larry And Naira Marley.”

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Mohbad: We Will Carry Out A Comprehensive Investigation – Police

The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has released a statement assuring the public that it would carry out a thorough investigation to unravel the circumstances that led to the demise of 27-year-old singer and songwriter, Promise Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, a.k.a Mohbad.

Mohbad died in yet to be ascertained circumstances on Tuesday, September 12 and was buried in Ikorodu area of Lagos State on Wednesday, September 13. There have been claims that he was harassed and assaulted to death by some persons.

Reacting to the speculation, the Nigeria Police Force said the Lagos State Command has been tasked to carry out a comprehensive investigation on the matter, promising to provide updates as the exercise progresses.

In a statement released on its X handle today September 14, the Nigeria Police Force extended its condolences to family, friends, and fans of the late Mohbad, saying it understood their concerns surrounding his sudden death and asked anyone with useful information to approach the Lagos State Commissioner of Police with same.

“We extend our deepest condolences to the family, friends, and fans of late Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, known as Mohbad, who tragically passed away recently. We understand the concerns surrounding his untimely demise and the various speculations that have arisen.

The Nigeria Police Force is committed to a comprehensive investigation into this matter, as the Lagos State Commissioner of Police has been tasked to unravel the circumstances surrounding his death. Rest assured, updates will be provided as investigations unfold.

We encourage family members or close associates with valuable information to approach the Lagos State Commissioner of Police to assist in this process.

In the meantime, we kindly request that individuals refrain from making statements or engaging in activities that could jeopardize the ongoing investigation.”

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Mohbad: Police Gives Reason Why No Arrest Have Been Made Over Singer’s Death

Spokesperson of the Delta State police command, Bright Edafe has responded to Nigerians calling for the arrest of some suspects alleged to be responsible for the death of 27-year-old singer, Mohbad.

Social media users have demanded the arrest and investigations of Naira Marley, owner of Marlian Music, a label the late singer was signed into, before cutting ties over royalties and change of management.

This comes after old videos of the late singer crying out surfaced on X (formerly Twitter) saying that Marlian Music should be held responsible if he dies.

Other videos of the deceased singer being harassed on a music set with numerous reports that he was threatened and humiliated by some industry players also surfaced.

However, reacting to the requests, Edafe on Thursday said that the microblogging platform is not a police station.

He added via a quoted post that the force is incapable of taking action if the family of the deceased singer lays no complaint.

He wrote: “Twitter is not police station! Twitter is not police station!! Twitter is not police station!! May his soul rest in peace.”

In another post, he quoted a post saying, “If the family don’t put in a complain, the police can’t do anything.. even though, we know in this case the police is hapless, let the family lay a complain first.”

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MohBad Was Calm, Respectful – Actress, Iyabo Ojo Mourns

Iyabo Ojo, the Nigerian actress, has talked about Mohbad.

The actress, on Wednesday, described death as a sad reality following the demise of the late popular artiste, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, aka MohBad.

While posting memories she had with the late artiste on her Instagram handle, @iyaboojofesprins, Ojo also sent a condolence message to MohBad’s partner and her five-month-old son.

The mother of two noted how death is inevitable as she said his demise was shocking and painful.

The actress confirmed MohBad’s jovial spirit and described him as someone who didn’t like trouble.

She wrote, “Death….is one shocking and painful reality that is inevitable. It’s so hard to accept.

“We say we can’t question God, but God knows I have sinned against him. Bcos I have questioned him one too many times.

“It’s a hard acceptance, to ri hmmmmm eni kan lomo ooooo

“At Mohbad, I will never forget the 3 days we toured together in the UK for the One Africa Music festival. Very calm, respectful, and at the same time jovial. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace.

“My condolences go out to his family, most especially his dear wife and son. May God grant you the fortitude to bear your loss.

“It is well.”

The former Marlian record signee died on Tuesday, September 12, 2023, at the age of 27.

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Petition Filed By Mohbad After Sam Larry And His Thugs Ambushed Him During Videoshoot Emerges

The petition filed by late singer, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad against  Sam Larry, who is said to be an ally of Naira Marley, before his tragic demise has surfaced online.

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There has been uproar on social media after a video showing the moment La I norry stormed a music shoot in which Mohbad and Zlatan were on set with some boys targeting Mohbad who scampered away in fear.

Zlatan, however, saved the situation as he stood up to Larry and his allies to forestall any attack or bullying on Mohbad.

In the petition dated, June 27th, Mohbad had complained to the assistant Inspector-General of Police, alleging threat to life, malicious damage of properties, occasional harm, and oppression.

The petition also detailed the occurrence of the music shoot incident and how Samilarry invaded the premises with dangerous arms such as guns, and cutlasses to harm the late singer.

The deceased singer in his petition added that the intervention of Zlatan prevented the men from assaulting him.

It reads:

”PETITION OF THREAT TO LIFE, MALICIOUS DAMAG TIES VALUED THE SUM OF FIVE MILLION NAIRA, ASSAULT OCCASIONING HARM, OPPRESSION AND CONDUCT LIKELY TO CAUSE BREACH OF PEACE AGAINST SAMLARRY ELEGUSHI, ELELE, °BELE AND OTHERS .

I of the above name and address, a law abiding citizen and a Musician bring to your notice the assault and threat to my Ide by the above mentioned persons.

On 25,’ June, 2023 while having a video shoot with another artist by name Datan the above mentioned persons numbering about fifteen led by Sarnlarry Elegushi invaded the premises with dangerous arms such as guns, cutlasses etc where I was shooting video and scattered the whole process of the shooting, damaged the equipment I was using for the shooting valued about Five Million Naira and started threatening my life which in the process they became violent and assaulted me which I sustained injuries but narrowly escaped.

Attached to this petition is the said pictures. Total amount I paid for the shooting they have destroyed is Eight Million Naira (N8.000,000) which is non-refundable.

However, during the assault, they were boasting that they work for Oba Elegushi and that they have been asked to deal with me for reasons best known to them which till date they are still threatening to kill me if seen. Sir, I call on your good office to save my life from the above mentioned persons and bring them to book. Thank you for your timely intervention.

Yours faithfully,

Aloha Promise Oladimeji”