Police to investigate Mohbad’s death

• Mohbad died on Tuesday after reportedly receiving injections for an ear infection.
• He was buried in Ikorodu, Lagos on Wednesday.

The Nigerian police have disclosed that they will launch an investigation into the death of fast-rising artiste Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, Popularly known as Mohbad.

The Force Public Relations Officer, ACP Muyiwa Adejobi, made the disclosure on Thursday.

Mohbad died on Tuesday after reportedly receiving injections for an ear infection.

He was buried in Ikorodu, Lagos on Wednesday.

However, plethora of allegations have greeted the death of the 27-year-old musician.

The singer was said to have lived in constant fear and slipped into to depression in the months leading to his death.

His troubled life was occasioned by the persecution and victimization he suffered in the hands of some persons after he severed relationship with his former record label.

On Thursday, a petition he wrote on June 25, 2023 to the police, alleging threat to his life by one Samlarry and others, went viral.

Reacting to the controversies, Adejobi in a statement on Thursday, said the police had commenced investigation into the artiste’s death.

The statement read, “Our heartfelt condolences go out to the family, friends, and fans of the late Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, known as Mohbad, who recently passed away. We understand the concerns regarding his untimely demise.

“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. Your trust and support are deeply valued.”