Our reporter/ The police in Lagos on Tuesday night said they have taken Naira Marley into custody amid an investigation into the death of Mohbad.
Mohbad, born Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, 27, passed away on September 12.
Many music lovers blamed Naira Marley for the death of troubled music star.
In October 2022, Mohbad alleged he was assaulted by Marley, the owner of Marlian Records, his former label. He also asked his fans to hold Marley responsible if any thing happens to him.
Since Mohbad’s demise, thousands of Nigerians have called for the ban of Marlian Records, while nationwide protests have been held to demand justice for the singer.
On September 18, the Lagos police inaugurated a 13-man special investigation team to probe Mohbad’s death.
In a statement via X, formerly Twitter, on Tuesday, Benjamin Hundeyin, the Lagos police spokesperson confirmed that Marley has been detained for interrogation.
“Azeez Fashola aka Naira Marley has been taken into custody for interrogation and other investigation activities,” the statement reads.
On September 21, the police exhumed Mohbad’s corpse for autopsy and are awaiting the results.
Marley first spoke about Mohbad’s death on September 15. The record label boss mourned his former signee while calling for an investigation into his demise.
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