In a dramatic twist surrounding the lingering controversy of late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, popular artist Naira Marley has broken his silence—again. This time, his reaction came after controversial influencer Martins Vincent Otse, also known as VDM, reignited the investigation with a string of new interviews that unearthed more layers to the unresolved saga.
VDM, who has taken it upon himself to re-investigate the tragic death of the 27-year-old ex-Marlian Music signee, has interviewed several individuals connected to the case—including Sam Larry, Prime Boy, Spending, Mohbad’s driver, and most recently, the late singer’s friend Dominica.
During her interview, Dominica offered a statement that seemingly vindicated Naira Marley. According to her, the Marlian boss had once called to ask if Mohbad was poisoned by the National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), to which she said no. The question raised eyebrows, with many online questioning why Naira Marley would even entertain such suspicion unless he had prior knowledge of something more sinister.
Following Dominica’s revelation, Naira Marley took to social media with a cryptic yet emotionally charged post:
“Even if the world seems to oppose you, Allah’s support is paramount.”
The post, perceived by many as an attempt at spiritual vindication, has drawn intense backlash from a section of the public who still associate the singer with the bullying and alleged torment Mohbad faced prior to his untimely death in September 2023.
Public Reactions & Sentiments:
The response online was immediate—and divided. While a handful of followers showed rare sympathy for the embattled artist, many others were not convinced. Several commenters accused Naira Marley of trying to launder his image using VDM’s platform. Others outright labelled him “Mr Bully,” a nickname that resurfaced as Mohbad’s distressing videos trended again.
Some reactions read:
- “Oloriburuku Mr. Bully. Your attempt to use VDM olofofo to rebrand your image will never work.”
- “If you support this boy, may friends and family treat you the same way he treated Mohbad…”
- “You and Sam Larry may not be the cause of Mohbad’s death, but you both are not saints. The bullying played a part.”
- “If we truly worship the same Almighty Allah, then He will surely judge you according to all your misdeeds.”
While Naira Marley’s latest social media post might be interpreted by some as a plea for understanding, it has only further polarized public opinion. As the grassroots-led investigation continues, and the late Mohbad’s fans demand justice, one thing remains clear: public memory is long, and accountability—whether through social media trials or legal proceedings—remains a recurring demand.
The renewed investigation by VDM is still ongoing, and new testimonies could emerge. Whether this leads to legal reopening of the case or changes the public narrative significantly remains to be seen.
