Thousands of music lovers have taken to the streets of Abeokuta, the Ogun state capital, in protest over the death of Mohbad, the fast-rising singer.
Mohbad, born Ilerioluwa Aloba, 27, died last Tuesday and was laid to rest on Wednesday.
The circumstance surrounding his death has continued to stir up controversies on social media.
In now-viral footage shared on social media, supporters of the former Marlian Records signee could be seen in large numbers demanding justice for the deceased singer.
The youths converged in the Panseke area of Abeokuta where they started the march in honour of Mohbad.
Justice for Mohbad protest currently ongoing.
Rest In Peace Imole 🕊️#Justice4Mohbad #justiceForMohbad #Gistlover Naira pic.twitter.com/OGPcvsz67d
— Ilebaye #BBNaija ✪ (@Officiallebaye) September 19, 2023
Justice for Mohbad protest going on in Abeokuta 🥺💔🕯️
— B.O.D ✪ (@bod_repubblc) September 19, 2023
Abeokuta peaceful protest for Mohbad#Justice4Mohbad
We would give him the peace he deserves and that’s the Justice for his short-lived life.Young talent gone to the grave so early. pic.twitter.com/5851n4t8cg
— Sire official (@SireOfficial1) September 19, 2023
The protesters also held placards with various inscriptions like “#JusticeForMohbad,” #WhoOffLight and #RIPMohbad among others.
It was gathered that the protest — which caused gridlock — was under police scrutiny.
Davido earlier announced that he would be returning to Nigeria from the United Kingdom to join a candlelight procession in honour of Mohbad on Thursday.
Similarly, Iyabo Ojo, the Nollywood actress, revealed plans to lead a team of protesters on Wednesday to demand justice for the late singer.
On Monday, the Lagos state police command inaugurated a 13-man special investigation team to probe the death of the singer.
Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the Lagos governor, also invited operatives of the Department of State Services (DSS) to join in the ongoing investigation into the singer’s death.
