Author: Biyi Lawrence
Nollywood actress and filmmaker, Iyabo Ojo, via her Instagram Live, announced that a peaceful protest would be held over the death of singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba aka Mohbad. The mother-of-two stated this as she joined other aggrieved Nigerians to protest the controversial death of the fast-rising singer. She further called on parents and youths to join her in the protest on a date that would soon be announced. In the video she posted, the thespian said, “We are sending a letter to all the respectable offices and also to international bodies. We are coming there. We are not coming to fight…
The law license of Nigeria’s Chief of Staff Femi Gbajabiamila was terminated by the State Bar of Georgia in the United States due to corruption and ethical lapses allegations. According to Peoples Gazette, Gbajabiamila’s law license was terminated effective 1 July, 2020, for stealing money from a client and for failing to pay his membership fees. Georgia Bar officials told The Gazette that Gbajabiamila’s latest ordeal began when a client filed a grievance against him for theft. He subsequently ignored the bar and stopped paying his fees and other membership obligations. Attempts were made to reach Gbajabiamila through his Peachtree…
Nigerian music star, Ikuforiji Olaitan Abdul Rahman, popularly known as Oxlade, has come under fire after he shared a screenshot of the message he received from late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka Mohbad. As many celebrities continue to mourn the young talented singer, Oxlade shared a screenshot of the message Mohbad sent to him in 2018, which he ignored. In the message, Mohbad had hailed Oxlade for his singing prowess, describing his voice as extraordinary and expressing his love for him. Unfortunately, Oxlade didn’t reply to his message, and to make it worse, he had also restricted Mohbad’s account. Netizens who…
Edo State Governor Godwin Obaseki and his deputy, Phillip Shaibu, continued their feud on Monday, with the governor allegedly locking him out of his office. Multiple sources within the government house confirmed that the Deputy Governor attempted to force his way into the personal office of the Governor, along with his security aides. The Deputy Governor was said to have arrived at the Office of the Governor on Dennis Osadebey Avenue early Monday and tried to confront the governor. He was, however, told that the Governor was not yet in the office, but he insisted on gaining access to the…
Cross bought his way into the eight edition of the reality TV show final on Sunday afternoon, 17 September, after Biggie had put up immunity from eviction, among other items, for sale. Though Cross finally bought it with Moniepoint coins after so much horse trading, it didn’t come easy. While most of the male housemates supported him by giving him their Moniepoint coins he still needed Baye’s for him to scale through. It became dramatic when Cross went into the Diary Room and told Biggie that he already had the Moniepoint coins with which to buy his immunity, adding that…
Nigerians have been dragging popular dancer Poco Lee on social media, for finally speaking out on the death of Afrobeats singer Mohbad. Recall that Mohbad was one of the artistes at Pocolee’s event in LASU on July 13, 2023. Since Mohbad sadly passed away on Tuesday, a lot of Nigerian celebrities have clamoured that Mohbad get justice as the cause of his death remains sketchy. Taking to his Instagram page on Sunday, Poco Lee revealed that he had just gotten off the phone with Bella Shmurda, who was a close friend of Mohbad, and he disclosed things about the singer’s…
Jimmy Odukoya, the son of late Pastor Bimbo and Taiwo Odukoya, has been named the senior pastor of the Fountain of Life Church. The announcement was made during the church service on Sunday. Addressing the congregation, Rotimi Okpaise, a pastor, said the late Taiwo Odukoya confided in the board of trustees (BoT) members about the succession plan before his demise. Okpaise said the BoT unanimously elected Jimmy as the senior pastor and chairperson of the board. “The board has chosen Saturday, September 30, 2023, as the date of Jimmy’s installation,” he said. On August 7, Odukoya, founder of the church,…
Nigerian music sensation, Bella Shmurda, has vowed to retaliate against anyone involved in the death of his colleague and friend, Ilerioluwa Aloba aka MohBad. In a rant posted on his Twitter page on Sunday, Bella Shmurda noted that Sam Larry and all members of Naira Marley’s record label must be arrested. He called on Seyi Tinubu and the Police to do the needful or be ready for ‘war.’ “In the past few days have tried my best not to carry phone and type anything but Mohbad spirit won’t let me rest knowing I’m the only one make his spirit calm…
Nigerian rapper, Skales and Delta State police spokesperson, DSP Bright Edafe, have engaged in a heated conversation over the death of Afrobeats singer Mohbad. Mohbad passed away at 27 on Tuesday, 12 September, and was laid to rest on Wednesday, 13 September. While the cause of his death is still unknown, a report had claimed he died of ear infection — sparking controversy on social media. However, more clips have continued to surface on social media, showing alleged attacks on Mohbad during his scuffle with Marlian Records, his former label. In a series of tweets, Skales tackled the police for…
In an emotion-laden video circulating on social media, Mohbad’s mother expressed deep grief at the loss of her son, claiming that the cause of his death was not natural. The woman revealed her name as Promise Oladimeji Emmanuel Ayobami, and she clarified that she is still alive. She began by debunking speculations that Mohbad’s death was due to natural causes, asserting that he was killed. She claimed that her son’s life became troubled ever since he met singer, Naira Marley. In her native dialect, she stated, “I am Promise Oladimeji Emmanuel Ayobami. I am alive, hale and fine. I don’t…