Mobhad: Justice Will Not Be Aborted, Falana Assures Nigerians

Mrs Funmi Falana, wife of Mr Femi Falana (SAN), at the weekend expressed confidence that justice would be served concerning the death of a young musician, Ilerioluwa Aloba (a.k.a Mohbad). Mrs Falana is a Partner at the Falana Falana Chambers, which is a concerned party in the death of the musician. She is also counsel to the family of Aloba. She gave the assurance at the Ikorodu Magistrates’ Court, venue of a coroner’s inquest into the musician’s death. The musician died on September 12 and was buried the following day. He was aged 27 years. His death has been generating controversies, prompting Lagos State Government to direct a coroner’s inquest into the death. A preliminary meeting on the inquest took place on Friday at the court’s premises. Mrs Falana told journalists that the meeting was to discuss the modalities for the inquest including witness to bring before the court. “I am sure you all know that the essence of the coroner’s inquest is to inquire into the cause of the death. “By God’s grace, we want to assure the public that justice will definitely be served,” she said. She said that by October 13, witnesses would be testifying before the court, urging members of the public to be calm. “We want to assure the public that justice will not be aborted. “We are here to get to the root cause of the death of the young man to serve as deterrent,” she said. The controversy being generated by the musician’s death also made the police command in Lagos State to set up a 19-man special team to investigate the incident. The body of the late musician has also been exhumed by the police for further investigation.  

Celebrities, Fans Hold Candlelight Procession In Honour Of Mohbad

In a touching display of solidarity and remembrance, several Nigerian celebrities and fans came together for a candlelight procession in honour of the late singer, Mohbad, in Lekki, Lagos. The event, attended by renowned musicians like Davido, Zlatan, and Falz, along with Lagos State Commissioner for Youths and Social Development, Mobolaji Ogunlende, aimed to pay tribute to the departed artiste. During the procession, the crowd chanted “Justice for Mohbad,” emphasizing their desire for clarity surrounding the circumstances of the singer’s passing. Falz and popular on-air personality, Oladotun Kayode, played pivotal roles in coordinating the gathering. Many attendees held placards bearing various messages calling for justice in Mohbad’s case. The candlelight procession began at the Lekki Phase 1 Gate, proceeding solemnly through the streets until it reached its destination at Muri Okunola Park in Victoria Island. The event provided an opportunity for fans, friends, and fellow artists to come together, remember Mohbad’s contributions to the music industry, and seek answers regarding the circumstances surrounding his untimely death. Mohbad’s passing, which occurred on September 12 and led to his burial the following day, remains under investigation by the police. The candlelight procession served as a poignant reminder of the impact he had on the music community and the lingering questions surrounding his demise.