In recent weeks, the high-profile case concerning the sudden death of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has taken a confusing turn as the nation waits for answers. The silent aftermath has many Nigerians wondering whether justice can ever be delivered in this perplexing case.
After conducting an exhumation and autopsy, the Nigerian Police Force has remained tight-lipped about any conclusive conclusions. This silence has sparked widespread speculation, with some suspecting that the investigation’s results were distorted to protect specific interests.
One notable aspect of the case is the suspects’ continuing evasion, particularly Balogun Olamilekan Eletu, better known as Sam Larry, who has voluntarily made himself available for questioning for nearly a week but remains unapprehended by police. Eletu and his partners, who claim to have been abroad since August, categorically deny any participation in Mohbad’s untimely death.
Azeez Adesina Fashola, also known as Naira Marley, added to the curiosity when he discussed Mohbad’s apparent suicidal ideas during an interview with former presidential media aide, Reno Omokri. Naira Marley sought to defend himself by posting a video on his Instagram page of a phone call he had with the late musician, during which he offered advice and encouragement to Mohbad to seek professional care. Certain conspiracy theories circulating among social media users, however, claim that the recorded dialogue was modified using Artificial Intelligence to exonerate Naira Marley.
The remaining question in this case is: What is causing the delay in apprehending the suspects, despite numerous investigations? Is there any unreleased information that the public is not aware of? Are the investigation’s findings being altered with in order to protect powerful individuals? Is Naira Marley holding too much power for the law to handle? Many people have these serious questions, but answers are elusive. With the lengthy quiet from both the Nigerian Police and the citizens, Bella Shmurda’s remarks, which he wrote on Instagram two weeks ago, ring truer than ever: “Delayed justice is no justice at all.”
