NEWS: NAIRA MARLEY VS MOHBAD: I WILL RETURN TO NIGERIA TO ASSIST THE POLICE – NAIRA MARLEY
I WILL RETURN TO NIGERIA TO ASSIST THE POLICE
– NAIRA MARLEY
The hospital Ilerioluwa was
taken to say the singer was brought to their medical facility, already
lifeless, on the 12th of September at approximately 04:30 p.m.
Following controversies surrounding
his death, his remains were exhumed and an autopsy ordered.
The Lagos State Police
Command has given an update on the autopsy being conducted on the remains of
the late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as Mohbad.
The Lagos State Police
Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, said the autopsy was carried
out by the best forensic pathologists in the country.
In a post on his verified X
handle, the command’s spokesman revealed that family members of the late singer
were present during the autopsy.
Mohbad was a signee of
Marlian Records label before his death. So many stories made the rounds about a
frosty relationship with the owner of the record label.
Accusing fingers were variously pointed at the label owner on many media platforms.
Meanwhile, Azeez Fashola aka
Naira Marley, the head of the Marlian Records label, on Tuesday said he is not
responsible for the death of late singer, Mohbad and he’s making arrangements
to return to the country to assist the ongoing investigation over the death of
his former signee.
The Marlian boss made this
known in a statement released by his management team via his Instagram handle.
While saying that he had
been maintaining silence regarding the numerous accusations made against him
because the death of Mohbad had left him deeply saddened, he stressed that he
is not a fugitive and will return home to cooperate with the police and clear
his name.
Naira Marley wrote, “In the
last few days, there has been a lot of onslaught on my person and reputation
globally over the death of my former signee.
“All manner of stories has
been woven against me in respect of his untimely death. I have not only been in
shock over the death of the deceased whom I considered to be my brother and
member of our music family, but over the various lies spread and threats
against me.
“Before I progress further,
let me say that as it is traumatic for a lot of people to bear the reality of
Ileri’s death, so it is to me.
“May his gentle soul
continue to rest in peace and may God grant his family the fortitude to bear
the irreparable loss.
“Permit me to categorically
state that I have no hand in the death of Ilerioluwa, either directly or
indirectly.
“It is not unusual in the
industry, just like in several other industries to have family friction, even
amongst blood relatives. Truly, we had our own share of misunderstandings
whilst working together, but the disagreement between us was never to the
extent being painted by some hirelings.
“It never degenerated to the
extent of wishing each other death. Even at that, we were resolving our
business disputes legally before he had passed.
“I have chosen not to say
anything since due to being distraught over his dean and in order not to
jeopardize the investigation being carried out by the government agencies.
“In addition, I have been
out of the country since the 31st of August, 2023 and I’m yet to return.
“In light of the police
invitation, I am making arrangements to return to the country to assist in the
investigation and give my version of the events.
“I am fully cooperating with
the Police team and I certainly have no reason to be a fugitive when I have no
hand in his death.
“I am certain that the
culprit behind his death has a vendetta against me and is fueling public
opinions to have me lynched for reasons known to them.
“In due time the
circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s death will be unveiled and the world will
know the truth. 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.
“Mohbad left the label in
September 2022, the label accepted his departure. Marlian Music has not stopped
or interfered with his career or releases since and he has been with oneRPM.
“Legal efforts were made to
reconcile his concerns regarding the work we had done together.
“The rumours regarding the
label being a drug cartel are untrue. I am not a drug lord, neither do I Marley
belong to any cult or fraternity. I’m dedicated to proving my innocence and I’m
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.
“With regards to 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
honour his memory and I promise to do right by him and his family.”
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