The Acting Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has directed the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Idowu Owohunwa, to initiate a swift and comprehensive investigation into the tragic passing of singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.
The objective of this investigation is to unravel the circumstances that led to Mohbad’s death and shed light on any potential foul play, and bring those responsible to justice.
INFORMATION NIGERIA reports that the IGP, pledged unreserved support and assistance to the Lagos CP
The Force Public Relations Officer, Muyiwa Adejobi, disclosed this on Saturday on X, formerly Twitter, alongside a photo of the IGP and the Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, Idowu Owohunwa.
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He said: “The acting Inspector-General of Police, Olukayode Egbetokun, has issued a direct and urgent directive to the Lagos State Commissioner of Police, instructing him to initiate a swift and comprehensive investigation into the tragic passing of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, widely known as Mohbad.
“This directive was conveyed during a brief but crucial discussion at the Police Airwing Hangar, Murtala Muhammed Airport, Ikeja, Lagos, on Saturday, September 16, 2023. He tasked the CP to quickly and effectively unravel the truth behind the tragedy as there have been understandable concerns and speculations surrounding the circumstances of his untimely demise.
“The Nigeria Police Force hereby earnestly urges any family members or close associates possessing valuable information pertaining to this case to come forward and cooperate with the Lagos State Police Command to ensure that justice is served and the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s demise are thoroughly examined.
IGP and CP Lagos deliberating on the death of Mohbad at the Police Airwing, Muritala Mohammed Airport, Ikeja Lagos on Saturday. The IGP immediately directed CP Lagos to deploy the command's resources to carry out thorough investigation on the matter. The IGP promised the CP of… pic.twitter.com/7sVjlatU2E
— Prince Olumuyiwa Adejobi (@Princemoye1) September 16, 2023