The court has reopened a deeply personal chapter, nearly two years after the untimely death of Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.
this time focusing on the paternity of his only son, Liam.
On September 2, 2025, a Lagos Magistrate Court in Ikorodu, presided over by Magistrate Adefisoye Sonuga, ordered two separate DNA tests to be carried out on Liam following a petition by Mohbad’s father, Joseph Aloba.
The Court’s Directive
According to the ruling:
One DNA test will be conducted in Nigeria at an accredited facility.
A second, independent test will be conducted abroad, funded by the applicant.
DNA samples will be extracted from Mohbad’s remains at the Military Hospital, Yaba.
Both parties—or their legal representatives—must be present during the process.
The case has been adjourned to November 11, 2025, with no objections raised by the respondent’s counsel.
Justice or Distraction?
Mohbad’s death in September 2023 sparked national outrage and protests, with fans demanding answers over suspicious circumstances, alleged industry bullying, and a rushed burial. His body was later exhumed for autopsy, but investigations remain inconclusive.
Now, however, public debate has shifted from calls for justice to heated speculation about Liam’s paternity. Social media platforms have amplified the controversy, with celebrities and fans divided—some insisting the DNA is necessary for closure, while others argue it detracts from the real issue: finding out who or what caused Mohbad’s death.
The Bigger Question
Even if the DNA confirms or disputes paternity, it won’t solve the mystery of Mohbad’s passing. For many, the singer’s legacy hangs in the balance—not on family disputes, but on whether Nigeria’s justice system can finally deliver clarity and accountability.
Until then, Mohbad’s fans continue to chant the same refrain: “We want justice.”
