Mohbad: What’s The Cause Of The Singer’s Death?

Mohbad, born June 8, 1996, in Lagos, Nigeria, was a 27-year-old talented rapper, singer, and songwriter who started his music career in 2019. With his songs Ponmo, Peace, and Feel Good, he gained recognition and became famous. In 2020, he signed with Marlian Records, Naira Marley‘s record label. 

Throughout his career, Mohbad released numerous successful singles, including the acclaimed KPK (Ko Por Ke), which received three nominations at the prestigious 2022 Headies Awards. Unfortunately, he passed away on September 12, 2023.

With profound sorrow and heavy hearts, we convey the untimely departure of Ilerioluwa Olademeji Aloba, recognized by his stage name Mohbad. This gifted Nigerian singer and rapper, who had amassed a substantial following over the years, tragically departed from this world at the tender age of 27. This heart-wrenching revelation surfaced on September 9, 2023, leaving fans and the music industry in a state of shock and grieving the loss of a promising artist.

Mohbad, formerly associated with Naira Marley, delivered his final performance in Ikorodu on a fateful Sunday. Bella Shmurda, one of his close associates, shared with the media a distressing incident where Mohbad contemplated a harrowing act of self-harm by considering jumping from a window. Fortuitously, his girlfriend noticed the distress and promptly sought the assistance of Bella Shmurda. When questioned about his condition, Mohbad initially assured them he was well, but it later emerged that he had been silently grappling with hypertension, a struggle he had concealed.

The precise cause of Mohbad‘s demise remains shrouded in secrecy, though some sources online have mentioned speculations from certain media outlets suggesting it might be linked to an ear infection. On the ensuing Tuesday, September 12, 2023, Mohbad recognized the need for medical attention and sought help, visiting a hospital in the early hours for treatment. He received an injection during this medical visit as part of his therapeutic regimen.

Recent reports have unveiled a distressing video circulating on Twitter featuring the esteemed artist Mohbad fervently beseeching assistance. In a further attempt to reach out for support, he conducted a live session on Instagram, connecting with his followers from an undisclosed location within Lagos. The precise circumstances surrounding his plea for aid remain veiled in mystery at this juncture.