Mohbad: Sanwo-Olu invites DSS to join investigation

Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has invited the Department of Security Services to join the probe into the death of singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.

Gbenga Omotoso, the State’s Commissioner for Information and Strategy, disclosed this in a statement signed by him on Tuesday.

Mohbad, a former signee of Naira Marley at Marlian Records, passed away last Tuesday at the age of 27.

The state government also empathised with the fans and family of the former Marlian Records signee.

“We feel the pains of losing such a talented and promising young man, who made a name for himself in a highly competitive industry. May the Almighty grant his soul rest and comfort his bereaved family and fans,” the statement reads.

In addition to the police special investigation team in Lagos to probe the death of Mohbad, “Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has invited the DSS to join the investigation and widen the dragnet with inter-agency collaboration and use of best-in-class technology to unearth the truth.

“Mr. Sanwo-Olu has directed that all those who may have played any role whatsoever in any event leading to the death of MohBad be made to face the law after a thorough investigation.

“Consequently DSS has also joined the investigation so as to get justice for the youngster, his family, and teeming fans,” it added.

The state government thereby urges everyone who may have vital evidence that may assist the investigating team to come out.

“The government also appeals to the investigating team to guarantee the confidentiality and protection of all witnesses who may come forward with vital information or indicative evidence that may assist the process,” it added.

Meanwhile, the management of Mohbad has announced a candlelight procession and tribute night for the late artiste.

Since the musician’s death, his fans and sympathisers have called for a proper investigation to determine the cause and circumstances surrounding his early death.