Ifeoluwa Oladimeji Aloba, also known as Mohbad, passed away at the age of 27, which devastated his admirers and lovers.
On Tuesday, September 12, 2023, the singer passed away, according to entertainment journalist Ovie on X. The cause of his death was unknown at the time of reporting, according to Gossipinfo.
Before he passed away, Bella Shmurda, Mohbad’s colleague, recalled how he nearly killed himself. Bella talked extensively about Mohbad’s problems with Naira Marley’s record company, Marlians, and how his fiancée prevented him from committing suicide. Bella also criticized Naira Marley and his label for portraying Mohbad’s relationship with the management as positive.
It is no longer news that Mohbad was signed to Naira Marley’s “Marlian Records” and left the label in 2022.
Last year, Mohbad posted clips of an alleged assault he suffered at the hands of Naira Marley’s Crew after he requested to change his manager. Naira Marley responded to his accusation by saying that he was lying as he spills teas about Mohbad. Reacting to this, Mohbad released a full statement countering Naira Marley’s claims.
He stated that the label owner’s side of the story is false and expressed how justice will be served someday.
Following Mohbad’s tragic death, his fans and admirers were left in shock and grief. The news of his passing spread like wildfire, with social media platforms flooded with heartfelt tributes and condolences. Fans remembered him as a talented artist who had so much potential and a bright future ahead of him.
The circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s death were shrouded in mystery. Entertainment journalist Ovie on X, in his initial report, stated that the cause of Mohbad’s death was unknown at the time. Gossipinfo, another reputable source, echoed this uncertainty, leaving fans to wonder what could have led to such a devastating loss.
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However, before his untimely demise, Mohbad was known to be facing significant challenges in his personal and professional life. Bella Shmurda, his colleague and close friend, opened up about Mohbad’s struggles with Naira Marley’s record company, Marlians. Bella revealed that Mohbad had come dangerously close to taking his own life due to the contentious issues he faced within the label.
In his candid confession, Bella criticized Naira Marley and his label for their portrayal of Mohbad’s relationship with the management as positive. He accused them of downplaying the difficulties and conflicts that existed, ultimately exacerbating Mohbad’s fragile mental state. Bella credited Mohbad’s fiancée for intervening and preventing the tragic outcome that could have been.
It was widely known that Mohbad had signed with Naira Marley’s “Marlian Records” but parted ways with the label in 2022. The reasons for his departure remained unclear to the public, but Mohbad had previously shared clips that allegedly showed him being assaulted by members of Naira Marley’s crew after expressing his desire for a change in management.
Naira Marley responded to these accusations by dismissing them as lies. He took the opportunity to air his grievances against Mohbad, adding fuel to the already heated situation. In response, Mohbad released a thorough statement countering Naira Marley’s claims, asserting that the label owner’s version of events was false. Mohbad emphasized his hope for justice to prevail someday.
The news of Mohbad’s passing came as a tragic shock to the music community, leaving fans and industry insiders reeling from the loss of such a promising artist. As further details regarding his death emerged, questions and concerns loomed over the circumstances and potential underlying factors that led to such a devastating outcome.
In the wake of his passing, the music world mourned the loss of Ifeoluwa Oladimeji Aloba, known to many as Mohbad. His memory and his music would forever be cherished by those who recognized his talent, determination, and the contributions he made during his time in the industry. May he rest in peace.
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