In a candid and emotional interview, Mr. Joseph Aloba, the father of the late Nigerian musician Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has made startling revelations about his life after the tragic passing of his son. While most would expect grief and despair, Aloba claims that the death of his son, who passed away on September 11, 2023, has paradoxically brought blessings, newfound wealth, and personal improvements.
Speaking with media personality Akin Abolade, Aloba reflected on the remarkable transformation in his life, attributing the positive changes to both his son’s spirit and divine intervention. “Let me just say yes, my life got better after Mohbad’s death. He is my friend. He had plans to do many things for me, but they didn’t allow him to fulfill them,” Aloba shared.
His words carried an unexpected sense of gratitude amid the grief. He explained that since Mohbad’s passing, he has received numerous gifts, including cars, a truck, and other valuable possessions, all from Nigerians moved by his son’s story. “The car and everything I have now, it was people that gave them to me. It’s beyond ordinary. So, it is the spirit of Mohbad and God that led those people to give me all I have now,” Aloba stated with deep emotion.
The death of Mohbad has remained shrouded in controversy, with unanswered questions surrounding the circumstances of his demise. Over a year after his death, an autopsy is yet to be conducted, and ongoing tensions between the musician’s family and his late wife, Wunmi, continue to fuel speculation. Aloba did not hesitate to speak out against what he perceived as an obstruction to his son’s plans for him, particularly in relation to Mohbad’s estate.
According to Aloba, his son had intended to provide for him in many ways. One of these included plans to purchase a house for him after the completion of Mohbad’s planned tour, which was already paid for before his death. “They did a lot concerning that boy (Mohbad). All his landed property is in their possession. Even the land he bought for me to build a church, I forced him to buy and mould the blocks on it, which was later used to bury him,” Aloba revealed, his voice heavy with sorrow.
The statement sheds light on the strained relationship between Mohbad and his wife, Wunmi, and her family. Aloba’s comments suggest that Mohbad’s wealth and property were largely controlled by his wife’s family, a source of ongoing tension that has been widely speculated about since his untimely death.
Despite the controversies, Aloba maintained that his son’s legacy continues to positively influence his life. “Mohbad’s spirit combined with the spirit of God and began to send people to assist me. I never expected these things, but they came, and I know it’s because of him,” he said.
Aloba, who described Mohbad as not just his son but also his “friend,” shared a poignant memory from his son’s early days. He revealed that the late musician’s journey into music began after an unfortunate incident at his naming ceremony. “Mohbad became a singer after money from his naming ceremony was stolen. He served as my backup singer while he was just one year old,” Aloba recalled, his voice tinged with nostalgia. The story adds an intimate layer to Mohbad’s rise to fame, hinting at the challenges the young artist overcame before becoming a household name in the Nigerian music scene.
While it is clear that Aloba’s grief over his son’s death is profound, his reflections reveal a man who believes that despite the painful circumstances, there is a greater divine hand at work in his life. The support from Nigerians, he says, has not only been a source of emotional strength but also tangible help, with gifts pouring in from people who were touched by Mohbad’s legacy.
“People have been kind. Nigerians have shown so much love and support since my son passed away. It’s more than just material gifts; it’s a testament to how much he meant to everyone,” Aloba explained, a note of gratitude evident in his tone.
However, Aloba’s perspective on his son’s estate paints a more somber picture of the family’s internal struggles. He claims that the larger portion of Mohbad’s property is in the hands of his wife’s family, a situation that he believes prevented his son from fulfilling his final wishes. Despite these claims, Aloba emphasized that his son’s death, as tragic as it was, did not erase the impact Mohbad had on his life and the lives of those around him.
“I miss him. But what has happened, and the way people have supported me, is beyond what I imagined. I know it’s because of Mohbad, and I thank God for that,” Aloba concluded.
The legacy of Mohbad continues to reverberate across the Nigerian music industry and beyond. Since his untimely death, the public’s affection for him has only deepened, with fans and family members alike honoring his memory in different ways. However, Aloba’s comments add a new layer of complexity to the ongoing conversation surrounding Mohbad’s legacy, especially regarding the management of his estate and the personal struggles his family faces in the aftermath.
While the mystery surrounding Mohbad’s death remains unsolved, one thing is clear: his father’s life has undeniably taken a different course, albeit one marked by both grief and unexpected blessings. Aloba’s testimony is not just a personal account of how his son’s passing changed his life, but also a reflection on the deeper connections between love, loss, and the power of legacy.
