Court Dismisses Fresh Probe Request into Mohbad's Death

The Federal High Court in Abuja, presided over by Justice James Omotosho, dismissed a lawsuit filed by the Registered Trustees of Break the Silence Foundation that sought to compel the Nigeria Police Force to reopen investigations into the death of Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, known as Mohbad. The foundation argued that the initial police investigation was inadequate and that some family members of the deceased had not been properly questioned.

However, Justice Omotosho ruled that the foundation lacked legal standing to bring the suit and failed to provide the court with the earlier police investigation report, which was deemed necessary to substantiate their claims. The judge criticized the reliance on speculation and unproven assertions, emphasizing that legal matters should be addressed through appropriate channels rather than media commentary.

Ultimately, the court dismissed the case, stating that the applicant's claims were unsupported by sufficient evidence. Mohbad passed away in Lagos on September 12, 2023, at the age of 27.