The African Television network and the African Foundation for Justice have announced a N50 million reward for information leading to the arrest and prosecution of Mohbad’s killers. Mohbad, whose real name was Ilerioluwa Aloba, died on September 12, 2023, at the age of 27. His death generated controversies and protests, prompting the Lagos State government to order a coroner’s inquest.
The pledge came after an unsuccessful attempt to determine the cause of Mohbad’s death during a coroner’s inquest at the Ikorodu High Court. The pathologist cited the decomposed state of the body as a major hindrance to establishing the cause of death, leaving the matter shrouded in mystery. As Larry Omodia, the CEO of African Television and African Foundation for Justice, stated: “We have been told at the courthouse the cause of death is unascertained meaning the cause of death is unknown. Meaning this could be the mystery of all mysteries in Nigeria.”
Omodia expressed sadness over the inconclusive autopsy results and emphasized the need for closure in Mohbad’s case. He praised the efforts of the Nigerian police force in investigating the matter and announced the N50 million reward. “In support of what the police are doing, African television is announcing officially that together with our partners, we are raising 50 million naira for anyone with information that leads to the conviction of whoever eliminated or killed Mohbad. You can take this globally. We know somebody somewhere knows something.”
The report revealed that the cause of death was unascertained due to the decomposing condition of the body. Omodia stated, “To put an end to this mystery, African television and African Television Foundation for Justice is raising this 50 million naira for anybody; Police officer, market women or gatemen, if you know something or anything that may have caused the death of Mohbad, contact us, we guarantee you, we will raise N50 million for you and you will be taken abroad for safety.”
The foundation has also taken steps to offer free DNA testing for every child in Nigeria and is organizing a “Sing For Mohbad” tribute concert to keep the late artist’s name alive. The legal team highlighted that the autopsy report is not the end of the case, as they have direct and circumstantial evidence to pursue the investigation further.
