Funmi Falana, the attorney representing the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, known professionally as Mohbad, expressed confidence that justice would be served in the ongoing investigations into his death.
Mohbad’s death is currently the subject of a coroner’s inquiry, and Funmi Falana emphasized that they are committed to determining the cause of his tragic passing.
She stated that the preliminary hearing discussed the modalities and procedures for the inquiry and confirmed that it is a coroner’s inquest, not a formal court hearing. Funmi Falana expressed her full confidence that justice would be served in the case.
Mohbad’s wife visits Femi Falana to seek justice for her late husband
Femi Falana, a famous Human Rights Lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria, stated that Omowunmi, the wife of late musician Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as Mohbad, recently visited his office in search of justice for her late husband.
Mohbad, a rising star in Nigeria’s music industry, died on September 12, 2023, under unknown circumstances, and was laid to rest the next day.
The talented singer’s untimely death has triggered widespread requests for a comprehensive investigation into the circumstances behind his premature death.In response to these requests, his wife, Omowunmi Aloba, contacted Femi Falana, a well-known advocate for human rights and justice.
Mr. Falana acknowledged Mrs. Aloba’s visit to his office and her plea for legal assistance in seeking justice for her late husband to Punch.He stated his intention to aid her in her pursuit of truth and accountability.Furthermore, Femi Falana took proactive measures to ensure that the situation is properly addressed inside the legal system.He revealed that he discussed the subject with Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Idowu Owohunwa.
During their encounter, Commissioner Owohunwa reportedly told Mr. Falana that a thorough inquiry into the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s death had already begun.“The young widow of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, also known as Mohbad, visited our office yesterday (Tuesday) to seek support in pursuing justice for her late husband.“While sympathising with her and the entire Aloba family, we assured her of our unalloyed commitment to ensure that the circumstances of the unfortunate death of the Nigerian rapper, singer, and songwriter were unearthed.“Thereafter, we held a meeting with the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Mr Idowu Owohunwa, in respect of the investigation being conducted by the police in respect of the matter. The CP furnished me with the progress made so far in the investigation.