Breaking: Ikorodu Magistrate Court Mandates DNA Tests for Late Mohbad’s Son Liam Amid Paternity Dispute
Lagos, Nigeria – September 3, 2025 – In a significant development surrounding the legacy of the late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, the Magistrate Court in Ikorodu, Lagos State, has ordered the conduction of DNA tests to verify the paternity of his young son, Liam Aloba. The ruling, issued on Tuesday, September 2, 2025, by Magistrate Adefisoye Sonuga, comes following an unopposed application filed by Mohbad’s father, Joseph Aloba, seeking clarity on the child’s biological lineage.
The court directive mandates that two separate DNA tests be performed: one in an accredited hospital within Nigeria and another abroad. This dual approach aims to ensure the reliability and thoroughness of the results. According to court documents, samples for the tests will be extracted from Mohbad’s remains, currently held at the Military Hospital in Yaba, Lagos. The Chief Medical Officer or a qualified pathologist at the facility has been authorized to collect necessary tissue, hair, or other biological material. Both parties—Joseph Aloba and Mohbad’s widow, Omowunmi Cynthia Aloba—or their representatives must be present during the sample collection process to maintain transparency.
Joseph Aloba, represented by counsel Augustine Adegbemi from the chambers of Dr. Wahab Shittu (SAN) & Co., argued in the application that unresolved questions about Liam’s paternity are critical for the child’s welfare, future maintenance obligations, and overall family stability. The petition was brought under Order 8 Rules 1 & 8 of the Family Court of Lagos State (Civil Procedure) 2012 and Order 9 Rules 8 & 9 of the Magistrate Courts (Civil Procedure) Rules 2009. Notably, Omowunmi Aloba, listed as the respondent and represented by Kabir Akingbolu, did not contest the application, leading to its swift approval without opposition.
Magistrate Sonuga emphasized the importance of conducting the tests in recognized and accredited facilities, with the applicant, Joseph Aloba, agreeing to cover the costs, including those for the international procedure. The matter has been adjourned to November 11, 2025, for further proceedings and to review the test outcomes.
This court order reignites ongoing discussions about Mohbad’s family affairs, nearly two years after the 27-year-old singer’s untimely death on September 12, 2023. Mohbad, a former signee of Marlian Records, passed away under controversial circumstances following an injury to his arm and subsequent medical treatment at his Lekki residence, which led to convulsions. His body was exhumed on September 21, 2023, for an autopsy amid public outcry, but the results have yet to be fully disclosed. The singer’s demise sparked nationwide protests, investigations into potential foul play, and heightened scrutiny of his personal life, including rumors about Liam’s paternity that have circulated on social media.
Legal experts view the ruling as a step toward resolving familial uncertainties that could impact inheritance, custody, and emotional support for the toddler. “This is a necessary intervention to provide closure and protect the interests of the child,” said a Lagos-based family law attorney, speaking anonymously. Social media reactions have been mixed, with some fans expressing support for the transparency while others decry the public exposure of a minor’s private matter.
As the Aloba family navigates this sensitive issue, the focus remains on achieving justice and stability for Liam. Updates on the DNA results and subsequent court hearings will be closely watched by Mohbad’s global fanbase, who continue to honor the late artist’s contributions to Afrobeats through tributes and calls for accountability in his death investigation.