Mohbad’s Death: I’m returning to Nigeria to clear my name – Naira Marley 

Marlians Record Label boss, Azeez Adeshina Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, has said he is returning to Nigeria to give his version of the circumstances that surrounded the death of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, aka Mohbad.

Naira Marley, who said he had been out of the country since the 31st of August, 2023 disclosed that he is fully cooperating with the Police team to assist in the investigation into his former signee sudden death, saying ‘I certainly have no reason to be a fugitive when I have no hand in his death.’

The Marlian’s boss added that his certain that the culprit behind Mohbad’s death has been the one fuelling public opinion to have him lynched for reasons known to them. 

According to him, the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s death will be unveiled and the world will know the truth in due time. 

“This kind of scenario of attempting to set someone up is not novel in the industry as other great musicians have experienced the same and came out better and stronger— mine will not be an exception as I am innocent of the accusations,” Naira Marley said. 

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“Mohbad left the label in September 2022, the label accepted his departure. Marlian Music did not stop or interfered with his career or releases since and he has been with one RPM. Legal efforts were made to reconcile his concerns regarding the work we had done together.”

He further denied the rumors that his label is a drug cartel as well as being a drug lord, noting that ‘I Marley belongs to no cult or fraternity and I am dedicated to proving my innocence and I am cooperating with the authorities to clear my name with sufficient evidence.’

“Marlian Music is an independent label run by a small intimate team. We run a legitimate label that focuses on championing exceptional talent, breaking new acts, and nurturing them.

“I would like to clearly state that I have never fought or attacked Mohbad. For the avoidance of doubt, I have never instructed anyone, friend, known associates or fans to attack, bully, or harass Mohbad. About the talent on the label, none of our artists ever fought or mistreated Mohbad.

“I share my deepest condolences to the family. Let’s be mindful as we seek justice to focus on supporting the police and authorities with relevant information and evidence surrounding his death so that those responsible will be apprehended. I am positive that at the end of the day. the truth will prevail and I shall be exonerated.

“My lawyers are already in touch with the police and government agencies and will support you in every way necessary. Without a doubt, I will honor his memory and I promise to do right by him and his family.”

Recall that on 12 September 2023, MohBad died in Lagos, at the age of 27, and was buried the next day in Ikorodu. 

As of press time, the Lagos State Police Command has exhumed the late singer’s body for autopsy.