Controversial Nigerian artiste, Azeez Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, has called on the Lagos State Police Command to intensify investigations into the death of his former signee, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, better known as Mohbad.
In a video released on his YouTube channel on Tuesday, Marley maintained his innocence and appealed to the police to re-arrest him, his associate Samlarry, and other individuals previously accused in connection with the late singer’s death. He further urged that a “trustworthy officer” be appointed to handle the case, citing concerns of conspiracy and bias during earlier investigations.
“I came back to Nigeria to support the police because I can see fingers pointing our way. I was in Panti for two months. After I came out, I was fighting for my passport which they held. It’s okay to question me over Mohbad’s death, but there’s no reason to detain me. I hadn’t seen him for over a year,” Marley said. He alleged that there was a plot to keep him in detention, pointing to leaked group chats that mentioned police officers and judicial figures.
The Marlian Records boss also revealed that he has reached an agreement with Mohbad’s lawyer to hand over the deceased’s royalties to whichever member of his family the court appoints to oversee his estate.
Mohbad, who died in September 2023 under controversial circumstances, sparked nationwide protests and public outcry, leading to multiple arrests and a coroner’s inquest. However, nearly a year later, questions surrounding his sudden death remain unresolved.
