His Royal Majesty, Oba Saheed Elegushi, the Elegushi, Kunsela III, the Elegushi of Ikate-Elegushi Kingdom, Lagos, has made a heartfelt appeal to the Police to thoroughly investigate and unravel the mystery surrounding the untimely and tragic death of Ilerioluwa Aloba, who was popularly known by his stage name ‘Mohbad.’ This call for justice was made public through his legal representative, Adepeju Omotayo, during the ongoing trial of two suspects, James Adeshola and Awiye Azeez. These individuals are facing charges related to unwarranted cyberbullying and defamation, which they allegedly directed at Oba Elegushi in connection with Mohbad’s death.
Omotayo conveyed the traditional ruler’s deep concern and unwavering stance on this matter. She emphasized that Oba Elegushi is passionate about ensuring that justice is served and has consistently urged all those seeking justice to do so responsibly and within the bounds of the law. Omotayo stated firmly that Kabiesi, as Oba Elegushi is respectfully called, will not tolerate anyone, regardless of their status or position in society, tarnishing his good name and reputation for any reason or personal gain.
Furthermore, Omotayo reiterated that Oba Elegushi had never met or interacted with the late Ilerioluwa Aloba, his wife, or any member of his family. She expressed hope that this clarification would put an end to the baseless and unnecessary attempts to drag the traditional ruler into the controversy surrounding Mohbad’s death. The traditional ruler’s position is clear: he seeks justice for the deceased and his family, and he will not allow his name to be sullied in the process.
In a meeting with Mr. Josiah Aloba, Mohbad’s father, at the Zone 2 Headquarters of the Nigeria Police in Onikan, Oba Elegushi reiterated his desire to see the circumstances leading to Mohbad’s death thoroughly investigated and resolved. During this meeting, which took place when Mr. Aloba was invited for questioning over unfounded statements and allegations against Kabiesi, Oba Elegushi made it clear that his primary concern was to ensure justice for Mohbad and his family. He emphasized that his interest was not in oppressing anyone but in seeing that the truth is uncovered and justice is served.
Oba Elegushi’s actions during this meeting demonstrated his magnanimity and commitment to justice. He intervened to ensure that the Police did not detain Mr. Aloba, showing that his focus was on achieving justice for the late Mohbad and his family rather than seeking retribution. This act of kindness and fairness underscores the traditional ruler’s dedication to upholding justice and protecting the rights of all individuals involved.
The trial of the two accused persons, James Adeshola and Awiye Azeez, is set to resume on July 5, 2024, at a Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos. This trial is a crucial step in addressing the allegations of cyberbullying and defamation that have been directed at Oba Elegushi. The outcome of this trial will be closely watched, as it will have significant implications for the pursuit of justice in the case of Mohbad’s death and the protection of the traditional ruler’s reputation.
In conclusion, His Royal Majesty, Oba Saheed Elegushi, has taken a strong and principled stand in the case of Ilerioluwa Aloba’s untimely death. Through his lawyer, Adepeju Omotayo, he has called for a thorough investigation by the Police to uncover the truth and ensure justice is served. Oba Elegushi’s commitment to justice, his refusal to allow his name to be tarnished, and his magnanimous actions during the meeting with Mr. Josiah Aloba all highlight his dedication to upholding the law and protecting the rights of all individuals involved. As the trial of the accused persons continues, the focus remains on achieving justice for Mohbad and his family while safeguarding the reputation of the traditional ruler.
