In an emotional revelation, Nollywood actress and entrepreneur, Iyabo Ojo, has expressed regret over her decision to push for the exhumation of late singer Mohbad’s body, a move that has ignited unexpected family disputes and delays in the singer’s final resting place.
Speaking candidly during a recent interview with Biola Adebayo Akinrinde on the Talk-To-B podcast, Ojo shared her frustration with the protracted saga that has ensnared the late Mohbad’s burial. The actress revealed that what initially began as an effort to seek justice for the deceased has spiraled into an ongoing controversy.
“I deeply regret requesting for Mohbad’s body to be exhumed. If I had known it would lead to this level of prolonged uncertainty and unresolved conflicts, I would have never made that call,” Ojo confided. Her voice, tinged with regret, emphasized the emotional toll that the situation has had on the memory of the late artist.
The dispute, which began following the death of Mohbad in September 2023, has not only drawn in fans and influencers like Ojo, but it has also sparked widespread speculation about the circumstances surrounding his death. Amid these discussions, Ojo had sought the exhumation of Mohbad’s body to facilitate a thorough autopsy, believing that a clearer cause of death would help resolve the many questions left unanswered by the singer’s sudden demise.
At the time, there were claims of foul play, including suspicions that the singer may have been murdered. Many in the entertainment industry and the public, including Iyabo Ojo, were quick to call for justice for Mohbad, who was widely loved by his fans and peers alike.
“I just wanted to know the truth about what happened to him. I wanted an autopsy to confirm the cause of death,” Ojo explained. “I tried my best to ensure the investigation was carried out properly. But now, everything seems to have taken a different turn, with DNA tests taking center stage instead.”
The situation has since taken an unexpected twist as the deceased’s father, who had initially agreed to the exhumation, began demanding further tests, including a DNA analysis. “Now, his father wants a DNA test to confirm the paternity of Mohbad’s child. I heard that the court has even granted his request. But there are also new conditions, and it just feels like a never-ending cycle,” Ojo said, visibly upset.
The actress, who had always been vocal about the need for justice and closure for Mohbad’s death, now finds herself questioning whether her efforts have had the opposite effect. As of the new year, Mohbad’s body remains unburied, and his family continues to wrangle over the terms and conditions surrounding his final rites.
What was intended as a step towards justice has, in Ojo’s view, become a spectacle of familial disputes and endless delays. “I don’t understand how we got here,” she remarked. “The focus shifted from the truth about his death to a legal battle over his child’s paternity. The case has turned into a circus, and Mohbad has yet to be laid to rest.”
Ojo’s candid reflections highlight the growing disillusionment of many who had originally supported the exhumation. Fans and advocates who rallied for an autopsy to determine the singer’s cause of death are now grappling with the complexities of the family’s ongoing disputes.
Despite her frustrations, Ojo remains committed to supporting the cause of justice for Mohbad, though she admits that the journey has become far more convoluted than she could have ever imagined. “I will continue to speak out for him, but I can’t help but feel that things have been mishandled,” she confessed. “If I could undo my request for the exhumation, I would.”
The ongoing legal battles and disputes have drawn widespread media attention, with many questioning whether the delay in Mohbad’s burial is a sign of deeper issues within his family dynamics. The story has sparked debates on the ethics of posthumous investigations, especially when family members are embroiled in conflicting interests and motives.
A source close to the situation revealed that Mohbad’s family remains divided, with some members pushing for the autopsy and DNA tests, while others simply want to bury their loved one and move on. “It’s been a year since he passed, and the body still hasn’t been laid to rest,” the source said. “At some point, the family needs to focus on honoring him properly, but it’s clear that the legal complexities are complicating things further.”
The case has also drawn attention to the role of influencers and celebrities in the pursuit of justice. Iyabo Ojo’s involvement in the exhumation petition highlights how public figures can impact legal processes and bring attention to important causes, though as Ojo’s regret shows, the road to closure can be fraught with unintended consequences.
Since Mohbad’s death, there have been multiple public memorials and tributes from fans and the entertainment community, all calling for justice and closure. But even as the months go by, the case has yet to see resolution, and the delays have left many wondering when, or if, Mohbad will ever be properly laid to rest.
For now, Iyabo Ojo’s reflection on the situation serves as a somber reminder of the complexities that often accompany the pursuit of justice and the challenge of balancing personal beliefs with the realities of family conflicts.
“My only wish now is that Mohbad’s spirit finds peace,” Ojo concluded, her voice heavy with emotion. “He deserves that much, at the very least.”
