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Lagos Coroner’s Inquest: DJ’s Testimony Unravels Mohbad’s Tragic Death
In a testimony on Wednesday, Disc Jockey (DJ) Ajisegiri Ayobami informed Lagos Coroner Magistrate Adedayo Shotobi that the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, known as Mohbad, passed away after receiving an injection from a nurse.
Ayobami, who was with Mohbad on the day of his demise, also revealed that the singer had vomited the noodles prepared by his brother, Adura Aloba, before receiving medical treatment.
The witness recounted that the day before, on a Sunday, they attended a show in Ikorodu. On their way back, their Prado Jeep was blocked, and Mohbad got into a scuffle with his friend, Primeboy, resulting in a small cut on his hand, which later swelled.
Ayobami and others in the house attempted to contact Mohbad’s personal nurse, who was unavailable. Instead, one of their team members, Spending, called a nurse who came to administer an injection.
Ayobami explained, “The nurse said we should go and get him drugs. While we were at the pharmacy, I called the house to know how he was feeling, and they said I should come back.”
Upon returning, they were attempting to transport him to the hospital in a neighbour’s car when Ayobami observed Mohbad in a lifeless state with closed eyes and falling hands.
In the midst of traffic en route to the hospital, Ayobami left the vehicle and ran to the hospital. He inquired about an ambulance but was told there wasn’t one. By the time he returned, Mohbad had been brought to the hospital on a bike and was later confirmed dead.
Also, Mohbad’s mother, Mrs. Abosede Aloba, disclosed during the coroner’s inquest that her late son was initially meant to be a pastor, as prophesied when he was born. She had lost contact with him and didn’t realise he had become a musician until they reconnected in 2019.
She mentioned that her son had accused Naira Marley of wanting to harm him, and they had even visited Naira Marley’s house in an attempt to resolve the issue. Despite their apologies, Mohbad still believed Naira Marley had ill intentions toward him.
Mr. Joseph Aloba, the late singer’s father, told the inquest that Naira Marley’s associates had assaulted him. He described how his son had filed a petition against Naira Marley for threats to his life. Following this, Mohbad terminated his contract with Marlian’s Record, owned by Naira Marley, which led to ongoing troubles.
In August, his son was attacked by Sam Larry and his associates while recording a video with Zlatan in the Elegushi area. Such attacks were frequent when they were in the Sam Larry axis of Lekki for shows.
Mohbad had also filed a petition against Sam Larry with the Nigerian Police regarding the assaults, but no action was taken.
Magistrate Shotobi adjourned the proceedings to November 7.
Popular Nigerian singer, Adekunle Kosoko, better known as Adekunle Gold, and his wife, Simisola Kosoko, also known as Simi, have welcomed a set of twin babies.
The singer announced the good news via his Snapchat story on Wednesday.
“Asked God for another child and He blessed me double,” Simi wrote.
Although the gender of the babies has not been disclosed, the announcement has since attracted congratulatory messages from fans, colleagues and well-wishers across the entertainment industry.
The development comes months after Simi had hinted at her pregnancy. In December, she shared a video on Instagram, captioned, “From my baby, for my babies,” with the clip showing her baby bump.
The arrival of the twins also comes weeks after Simi featured in a snippet from Adekunle Gold’s recently released music video titled My Love Is the Same.
Adekunle Gold and Simi got married in 2019 after years of friendship and musical collaboration. Both artistes were formerly signed to X3M Music early in their careers and have since remained one of Nigeria’s most celebrated celebrity couples.
The couple welcomed their first child, Adejare Kosoko, fondly called Deja, in May 2020.
Renowned Tungba gospel musician, Dr Yinka Ayefele, has released a new studio album titled Reflections, adding another chapter to his long-standing influence in Nigeria’s gospel music scene.
The album, which was released on Monday, December 22, 2025, blends introspection with praise, as Ayefele reflects on life, faith and gratitude to God, drawing from personal experiences marked by trials, near-tragedies and triumphs.
Announcing the release in a statement, the Group Head of Corporate Affairs, Fresh Nigeria and Yinka Ayefele Limited, Samson Akindele, said the album captures the musician’s deep reflections on life and his renewed commitment to thanksgiving and praise through music.
Musically, Reflections is rooted in Ayefele’s signature Tungba style, featuring energetic drum percussions, rich string arrangements and call-and-response patterns, supported by harmonious backup vocals from the Merry Makers Band.
The album also incorporates diverse elements, including Tungba hymnals and an Arabic praise chant rendered by a budding female talent, Harike Jesu, who additionally delivers a danceable Fuji-inspired track.
According to details of the project, the opening track focuses on Ayefele’s life journey and lessons drawn from past experiences, while subsequent tracks express appreciation to fans and sustain a flow of upbeat, dance-friendly rhythms.
Reflections is available on major digital streaming and download platforms, including Spotify, Boomplay, Apple Music, Amazon Music, Audiomack, YouTube Music, Deezer and Tidal.
The compact disc version is expected to be released in the coming days under the Yinka Ayefele Music label.
Jamaican reggae icon, Jimmy Cliff, is dead. He died on Monday at the age of 81.
His wife, Latifa Chambers, announced the singer’s passing in a statement posted on his official Instagram page.
Chambers said Cliff “crossed over due to a seizure followed by pneumonia,” describing the loss as “profoundly saddening.”
She wrote, “I am thankful for his family, friends, fellow artists, and coworkers who have shared his journey with him. To all his fans around the world, please know that your support was his strength throughout his whole career.”
Cliff, revered as one of reggae’s defining figures and widely regarded as the genre’s most influential artiste after the late Bob Marley, enjoyed a stellar career that spanned more than four decades.
A multi-instrumentalist known for classics such as You Can Get It If You Really Want and The Harder They Come, Cliff blended reggae with folk, soul, ska and rock. His music frequently tackled themes of politics, poverty, injustice and social resistance.
He shot to global prominence following the release of the 1972 film The Harder They Come, in which he starred. The movie, partly inspired by his tough upbringing, played a pivotal role in pushing Jamaican reggae onto the world stage.
Reacting to his death, Jamaica’s Prime Minister, Andrew Holness, described Cliff as “a true cultural giant whose music carried the heart of our nation to the world.”
“His music lifted people through hard times, inspired generations, and helped to shape the global respect that Jamaican culture enjoys today,” Holness said.
“Walk good, Jimmy Cliff. Your legacy lives on in every corner of our island and in the hearts of the Jamaican people,” he added.
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