A storm of controversy has erupted in the Nigerian online sphere as Reno Omokri, a prominent activist and former presidential spokesperson, faces a barrage of criticism following a recent interview with the controversial artist, Adeshina Fashola, popularly known as Naira Marley, in which he denied any involvement in the death of musician Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.
Since Mohbad’s death, many Nigerians have accused Marley of culpability in the former’s death due to his earlier choice to leave the latter’s record company, Marlian Records, in 2022.
Naira Marley was featured in the interview, which sparked heated controversy on social media sites. During the conversation, Naira Marley shared his open thoughts about his relationship with Mohbad, eliciting diverse emotions from Nigerians.
Reno Omokri’s role in conducting the interview has received significant scrutiny and controversy. Omokri, known for his large following and vociferous advocacy on a variety of issues, found himself in the center of intense scrutiny from Nigerians who questioned the logic of giving Naira Marley a platform in light of his controversial record.
Many Nigerians took to social media to express their dismay and disappointment in Omokri’s decision to interview the controversial singer, highlighting concerns about the message this collaboration sends to the public. Critics argue that it risks normalizing content and behavior they deem harmful.
Here are some of the reactions Abuja City Journal got on Instagram after the interview:
@TheVeryDarkMan said he “was contradicting how nomookori was interviewing nairamarley .He said the question weren’t asked as it sho.And he wasted the questions.the very dark man went further in saying why dint he post the recording and videos that time when Mohbad accused him when he was alive.He said he recorded the video like he knew mohbad is going to die , nairamarley uploaded the video uploaded the video to clarify his name . He said he wished he was the one who interviewed nairamarley.”
@Ruthkadiri goes further in saying by their fruit you shall know them ! If Nigeria had law would we even be on social media discussing who is right or wrong ?Trying to get justice form the core of our existence.
@Reallovethbebede said I’m so disappointed with your interview I must say . You know very well that he doesn’t have to be in Nigeria for him to get involve in what happen .He could have been pressing some buttons when outside Nigerian jeeeezzzzzzz!
