A dramatic legal showdown has unfolded between Owodunni Ibrahim, popularly known as Prime Boy, and Abosede Adeyemo-Aloba, the mother of late Nigerian singer Mohbad. Prime Boy, a close confidante of Mohbad during the late singer’s lifetime, is seeking N50 million in damages from Mohbad’s mother after alleging that she made defamatory and malicious comments about him in a recent media interview.
Prime Boy filed a lawsuit in the High Court of Lagos, Ikeja Judicial Division, after Mohbad’s mother, in an interview conducted in March 2024, accused him of engaging in physical confrontations with her son, Mohbad, prior to his death in September 2023. The court documents, which Prime Boy shared on social media on February 19, reveal his claims that these statements were false, libelous, and intended to tarnish his image in the eyes of the public.
In the filed lawsuit, Prime Boy’s legal representatives, led by Akinpelu Ogunbona, allege that Mohbad’s mother made “falsehood and malicious statements” in an interview that was subsequently shared across various news outlets. These allegations were said to have directly defamed Prime Boy, whose career and reputation have taken a hit due to the widespread media coverage of the claims.
The statement reads, “In the said interview, the Defendant accused our client of always having altercations with the late Mohbad and of complaining about being neglected by him after Mohbad’s rise to stardom. The Defendant also alleged that our client was instructed to flee following the death of Mohbad in order to avoid being suspected in the singer’s death.”
The accusations, according to Prime Boy, have caused significant emotional and reputational harm. The court documents suggest that the allegations are not only false but were also intended to severely damage his standing in the entertainment industry and with his fan base.
A “Deliberate Act” of Defamation
Prime Boy’s legal team is calling the statements made by Mohbad’s mother a deliberate act of defamation, accusing her of using the interview as a tool to “injure and traduce” his integrity. The lawsuit claims that the defamatory remarks have negatively affected his relationship with fans and well-wishers around the world, as they may have influenced public opinion about his character.
Prime Boy, in a statement through his lawyer, emphasized the damaging impact of these allegations: “The actions of the Defendant were deliberate and intended to harm our client’s reputation. This has gravely impacted the love and affection our client enjoys from his fans and well-wishers worldwide. Such statements are false, and we demand justice.”
In the legal filing, Prime Boy requests a retraction of the statements made by Mohbad’s mother within seven days, warning that failure to comply will result in further legal actions.
Background: The Allegations and Defamation Claims
The controversy began in October 2024 when Mohbad’s mother, in an interview, accused Prime Boy of having a strained relationship with her son, claiming that the two had frequent fights. The allegations of neglect and ill-will, according to Mohbad’s mother, began after Mohbad’s rise to fame. She further insinuated that Prime Boy’s actions during the days leading to Mohbad’s death might have been suspicious.
Prime Boy has consistently denied the accusations, describing them as a calculated effort to ruin his career and public persona. In October 2024, through his lawyer, he stated that these comments were “malicious,” noting that there was no truth to the claims of a rift between him and Mohbad.
“She has chosen to smear my name, making false claims that are not only damaging but outright untrue. I have always been loyal to her son and have only ever supported his career,” Prime Boy wrote on social media shortly after the interview was aired.
The legal action comes in the wake of the tragic and mysterious death of Mohbad, whose passing in September 2023 shocked the music industry and his legion of fans. Mohbad’s death has been surrounded by controversy, with many speculating about the circumstances that led to his untimely demise. However, no official cause of death has been determined by authorities, and this has further fueled rumors and conspiracy theories surrounding the case.
Public Reaction and The Growing Legal Drama
The dispute between Prime Boy and Mohbad’s family has sparked widespread public debate. Fans of the late singer have been divided in their support, with some siding with Mohbad’s mother, accusing Prime Boy of playing a part in the singer’s downfall. Others believe Prime Boy is being unfairly targeted, arguing that his career has been unfairly affected by the allegations.
The legal move has also intensified the scrutiny surrounding Mohbad’s death, with calls for further investigation into the circumstances of his passing. The singer’s death remains unresolved, and Prime Boy’s involvement in the media controversy surrounding it has added fuel to the fire.
A prominent entertainment analyst, who spoke under the condition of anonymity, commented on the ongoing legal battle, saying, “The situation is becoming very messy. The public will have to wait and see how the courts handle this. Regardless of the outcome, it is clear that this dispute is hurting both Prime Boy’s reputation and the memory of Mohbad.”
As the legal proceedings unfold, all eyes will be on the outcome of Prime Boy’s lawsuit. The case has brought to the forefront the question of responsibility in the wake of a celebrity’s death and the fine line between defending one’s name and the potential harm of public statements.
While Mohbad’s fans continue to grieve his loss, the fight between those who were closest to him, including Prime Boy, is showing no signs of slowing down. The Nigerian entertainment industry is watching closely, as the result of this case could set a significant precedent for defamation and celebrity-related disputes in the future.
