New details have emerged concerning the tragic passing of Nigerian music star, Mohbad, as the Lagos State Police Command announces its intention to exhume his remains to aid their ongoing investigation.
Mohbad is dead: The Nigerian rapper and singer, whose legal name was Ilerioluwa Alob, tragically passed away on Tuesday, September 12, 2023.
Following his untimely demise, there has been a flurry of discussions on social media surrounding the circumstances of his death. Some speculations even pointed fingers at his former record label boss, Naira Marley of Marlian Records.
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SP Benjamin Hundeyin, the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, made a statement during a live session with media personality Daddy Freeze, indicating that the police are committed to investigating the cause of Mohbad’s death.
Hundeyin stated, “The Force PRO issued a statement this evening (Thursday) saying that investigation will commence and that’s what we’re going to do. If need be, the body will be exhumed. It’s not too late. The body can be exhumed and an autopsy can be performed.”
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This announcement follows a recent statement by the Force Public Relations Officer, Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in which he pledged that investigations would be conducted to ascertain the exact cause of Mohbad’s death.
The police expressed their heartfelt condolences to the late singer’s family and urged anyone with valuable information about the case to come forward and assist in the investigation.
“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,” the statement conveyed.
