Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos has invited the Department of State Services (DSS) to team up with the police to probe the death of singer Mohbad.
Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, died at the age of 27 a week ago with what led to his demise shrouded in mystery.
Ggbenga Omotoso, State’s Commissioner of Police in a statement on Tuesday said the government had noted the developments that had followed the death of the music star.
He said the government commiserated with his family and fans and also felt the pains of losing such a talented and promising young man, who made a name for himself in a highly competitive industry.
Omotoso stated that following Sanwo-Olu’s directive, the Police in Lagos State had launched a major investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of the young star.
He said further to this and to boost the investigation, the governor had invited the DSS to join the investigation and widen the dragnet with inter-agency collaboration and use of best in-class technology to unearth the truth.
“Mr. Sanwo-Olu has directed that all those who may have played any role whatsoever in any event leading to the death of MohBad be made to face the law after a thorough investigation.
“Consequently, Department of State Services (DSS) has also joined the investigation so as to get justice for the youngster, his family and teeming fans.
“The Government pleads with all those who may have vital information that may assist the investigation process to avail the investigating team with such,” he said.
Omotoso added that the government appealed to the investigating team to guarantee the confidentiality and protection of all witnesses who might come forward with vital information or indicative evidence that might assist the process.
He said the government also appealed to all friends and fans of the deceased to stay calm and refrain from making inflammatory utterances and reaching prejudicial conclusions on this matter.
Omotoso stated that staying calm and following the process keenly would be the most solemn tribute to the memory of the departed talent.
“Besides, the grieving family should be allowed to mourn their loss in peace. It is, indeed, a difficult time for us all – the government, the family and MohBad’s fans. Any action that can aggravate the grief should be avoided.
“The Police and the DSS have been admonished to brief the public on their efforts periodically,” he said.
