Lagos State governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu invites DSS to join probe of Mohbad’s death

The Lagos State governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has invited the Department of State Services (DSS) to join the investigation of the death of Afrobeats musician, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba known as Mohbad.

Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Gbenga Omotoso, in a statement, said that the Lagos state government has noted the developments that have followed the death of Mohbad.

“Following Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s directive, the Police in Lagos State have launched a major investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of the young star,” Omotosho said.

“A 19-man police panel has been asked to unravel the mystery of the musician’s death. Further to this and to boost the investigation, Mr. Sanwo-Olu has invited the Department of State Services (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, the Department of State Services (DSS) has also joined the investigation so as to get justice for the youngster, his family and teeming fans.”

Omotoso said that the government has pleaded with all those who may have vital information that may assist the investigation process to avail the investigating team with such.

He added that the government has also appealed to the investigating team to guarantee the confidentiality and protection of all witnesses who may come forward with vital information or indicative evidence that may assist the process.

The government spokesman has further made an appeal to all friends and fans of the deceased to stay calm and refrain from making inflammary utterances and reaching prejudicial conclusions on this matter.

“Staying calm and following the process keenly will be our most solemn tribute to the memory of the departed talent,” Omotosho said.

“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.”

The Lagos State government also commiserated with his family and fans with Omotosho saying they feel the pains of losing such a talented and promising young man, who made a name for himself in a highly competitive industry.

Meanwhile, the Police special investigative team that has been saddled with the responsibility of unraveling the death of Mohbad has been tasked to issue an interim report within two weeks starting from Monday, September 18 when it was inaugurated.