Nigerian Afrobeats star Mohbad passed away on Tuesday, his associate and musician Olamide said in a statement.
Mohbad, aged only 27 with offstage name Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, first rose to prominence as part of Naira Marley’s “Marlian Records” label. His tunes and unique style quickly garnered him a devoted following. The cause and details surrounding his death have not been sufficiently understood at the time of filing this story.
Notable among his chart-topping tracks are “Ponmo,” “Feel Good,” and the sensational “KPK (Ko Por Ke),” a collaboration with Rexxie. This particular track earned him three nominations at The Headies Awards in 2022, showcasing his undeniable talent.
However, just two years ago, Mohbad made a significant decision, parting ways with Marlian Records in 2022. This decision came on the heels of a public dispute between Mohbad and his former label boss, Naira Marley.
