The mysterious death of Afrobeats star Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as ‘Mohbad,’ in the early hours of September 12, 2023, surprised everyone and caused shock and sadness in the hearts of every Nigerian and individual both at home and abroad.
Although it has been almost a week after it occurred, Mohbad’s death case continues to evolve, become more intricate, and frightening and remains an unsolved enigma that captures the attention of every interested and worried Nigerian.
The 27-year-old performer, whose real name was Ilerioluwa Aloba, died earlier this week under unclear circumstances, sparking a surge of curiosity and alarm among fans and the music business.
Mohbad was laid to rest in Ikorodu, Lagos State, on Wednesday, but the circumstances of his death remain unknown.
Was Mohbad buried alive?
The events that led to his tragic death and why he might have been buried alive can be said to flow chronologically.
From signing with Marlian Records, to wishing to change managers, to being harassed and bullied over it, to his getting hospitalized, leaving Marlian Records, continuing to be bullied by his former record company, dying on September 12th, 2023, being buried on time, and his body being exhumed back for autopsy.
Mohbad died on September 12, 2023, and his body was exhumed 9 days later. The sight of fresh blood in his grave and casket raised further concerns and grief in every Nigerian’s heart.
We are willing to go the extra mile to find answers to this perplexing issue: Lagos Police
On Thursday, the Lagos State Police spokesperson, Benjamin Hundeyin, reiterated the commitment of law enforcement agencies to determining the facts surrounding Mohbad’s sad death. Mr. Hundeyin, who appeared on Daddy Freeze’s Instagram live show alongside singer and producer Samkelf, told the audience that they are willing to go the extra mile to find answers to this perplexing issue.
“That is because we don’t want to do hierarchy anymore. Bring it to Force headquarters to Lagos State command; it doesn’t matter. (Xanax) We are going to harmonize it within ourselves and ensure that justice is done,” the police spokesman said while fielding questions from Daddy Freeze.
Naira Marley, a Nigerian musician and rapper, has finally spoken out about the controversial murder of his former label signee.
On Friday, Naira Marley rushed to Instagram to express his tremendous grief and sorrow over the demise of his colleague.
“I am heartbroken by Mohbad’s death,” the Marlian Record label boss said in an emotional statement. He’ll be sorely missed.” Regardless of previous differences, Naira Marley stated unequivocally that he had no ill will toward Mohbad and categorically denied any role in the events that led to his death.
Naira Marley also expressed condolences to Mohbad’s bereaved family and called for a thorough investigation into the young artist’s unfortunate death.
