Benjamin Hundeyin, the Lagos State Police Command’s Public Relations Officer, has officially confirmed the successful exhumation of Mohbad’s body. He shared this news on his official Twitter account on September 21, 2023. Additionally, he stated that an autopsy will be conducted to determine the cause of the late artist’s death.
This development has been met with widespread relief and hope for justice among the general public, as it marks a significant step forward in the quest for justice for Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.
Several videos posted on social media depict the police officers arriving at the burial site and carefully removing the coffin from the grave after breaking it open. These videos provide tangible evidence of the empty grave and the celebration that ensued.
Mohbad’s untimely demise on September 12, 2023, shocked Nigerians both within the country and abroad, leading to a period of mourning in the entertainment industry and among his fans. He was hastily laid to rest in Ikorodu on the following day, as per Yoruba customs and the wishes of his father, Joseph Aloba, who emphasized that it was customary not to delay the burial of a deceased individual when both parents were still alive. The burial took place in the land owned by the late singer.
In the wake of Mohbad’s passing, videos emerged on the internet providing evidence of the harassment and mistreatment he endured while under his former record label. One particularly compelling video featured the artist himself, stating that Nigerians should hold his former boss, Naira Marley, responsible if anything happened to him.
Mohbad had also previously filed a petition with the Nigerian police, seeking protection for himself and his properties from individuals associated with Marlian Music, including Sammy Larry and Naira Marley.
In response to the public outcry and demands for justice following Mohbad’s death, the Nigerian police initiated an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the singer’s passing.
Additionally, the singer’s team organized a candlelight procession and tribute concert, scheduled to take place at 5 pm on September 21, 2023.