Amid the Corona Inquest to unravel the death of late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, better known as Mohbad, Magistrate Adedayo Shotobi, presiding over the case, has announced that the date for delivering the final decision will be communicated to all parties involved.
This development was announced on Friday during a session at the Magistrates’ Court in Ikorodu, Lagos, where the last witness, forensic pathologist Dr Uwom Eze, testified.
Dr. Eze conducted the second autopsy and a medical review on Mohbad’s remains after public pressure led to an independent examination.
Under cross-examination by Abiodun Kolawole, representing the African Women Lawyers Association, Dr. Eze disclosed that Mohbad was not found to be abusing hard drugs, contrary to widespread allegations.
He revealed that the singer had been administered “regulated” doses of antihistamines and painkiller medications typically used to treat allergies and manage pain, indicating Mohbad was experiencing significant discomfort before his death.
However, Dr. Eze noted a critical gap: he could not ascertain how the injection that reportedly preceded Mohbad’s death was administered due to a lack of available information.
He explained that during the autopsy, he examined an injury on the back of Mohbad’s right arm for potential deeper penetration that could have led to death, but found the wound to be superficial.
“Even a newborn baby won’t die from that injury. At the time I conducted the autopsy, the injury wasn’t even there, perhaps due to post-mortem changes. I couldn’t tell how the injection was given, because I had already lost (his) fluids.”
Dr. Eze
At an earlier session, Dr. Eze had stated that the cause of death could not be conclusively determined because of the advanced stage of decomposition.
Nevertheless, he pointed to the likelihood of a “severe and rapid hypersensitivity reaction,” a strong allergic reaction caused by a substance administered via injection.
It would be recalled that Mohbad reportedly developed convulsions after being given an injection by a nurse and died soon after. He was buried the following day.
Dr. Eze also stated, when questioned by the family’s lead counsel, Wahab Shittu (SAN), that the treatment given to the late singer by the nurse resembled a case of “medical misadventure.”
As the inquest nears its end, the public and all parties await the coroner’s final decision, which is expected to address the lingering questions surrounding Mohbad’s tragic death.
Mohbad’s Son Dance Warms Hearts Online
Social media is abuzz with a heartwarming video of Liam, the two-year-old son of late Nigerian singer Mohbad, dancing to his dad’s song with his grandma.
The video posted to social media showed the adorable tot grooving to Egwu; a hit song by Chike featuring Mohbad, and soon enough, grandma joined in.
Social media users took to the comment section to express their joy over the little boy, whom many noticed has become the spitting image of his dad.
“All you DNA testers, I hope your consciences prick you till it creates a hole in your hearts…”
User 1
“While Oga and his people are busy crying on TikTok 😂😂😂this video too sweet me ❤️my Liam is growing so fast🙈❤️.”
User 2
“You will live long and prosper 🙏 Untimely death won’t be your portion. You will achieve all the good things of life and be a blessing to your generation. Amen.”
User 3
“Mohbad lives on. I am happy 😍.”
User 4
“Hmmmm, God bless and protect you always indeed u are surrounded by good people and so shall it be in Jesus mighty name. Amen.”
User 5
It is worth noting that Liam, though little, has been the subject of online agitations towards a DNA/paternity test since 2023, when Mohbad died.
After the singer’s passing in September 2023, under somewhat mysterious circumstances, a call for justice followed, and an investigation was launched.
During said investigations, some people pointed fingers at Mohbad’s widow, Wunmi, and demanded that she prove that Liam is his legitimate son.
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