Baba Mohbad Faces Public Outrage Over DNA Test Response
Joseph Aloba, the father of the late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, widely known as Mohbad, has ignited a firestorm of criticism following a viral interview clip. The controversy centers on his response to questions regarding the paternity DNA test for his grandson, Liam.
Redirecting Questions to Social Media Platforms
During a street interview that quickly spread across the internet, Baba Mohbad was asked about persistent rumors that a DNA test for Liam had already been conducted. He firmly dismissed these claims, stating the legal case was still pending with an adjournment scheduled for April 7th. When pressed for further updates, he declined to elaborate, instead directing the public to his personal YouTube and TikTok channels for information.
"I've said a lot already. I don't want to be repeating myself. Anybody that wants to know anything about the DNA should go to my YouTube channel or my TikTok and they'll see everything there," Aloba stated in the interview.
Public Backlash and Accusations of Exploitation
The response triggered immediate and widespread condemnation from Nigerians online. Many accused Baba Mohbad of trivializing a deeply sensitive family and legal matter by treating it like online entertainment content. Critics slammed him for allegedly attempting to monetize his son's tragic death and the ongoing paternity saga.
Social media reactions were particularly scathing:
- One user commented, "Oga, you turn DNA test to Netflix series? We dey wait for season 2 with popcorn."
- Another wrote, "This man wan sha milk this thing! How can you be uploading such on your YouTube and encouraging people to go watch? Unserious fellow!"
- A further reaction stated, "Them done hire monetization experts for baba to milk him son demise."
Accusations ranged from clout-chasing and cashing out on tragedy to being disrespectful to the memory of his late son, Mohbad.
Broader Context and Allegations of Pressure
In the same interview, Baba Mohbad expressed significant personal distress, alleging pressure from powerful figures in Lagos State. He claimed these individuals were conspiring to frustrate him through the ongoing case.
"The most important issue that happens to me that is still bothering me is about the Lagos State. The Lagos State with the one powerful man that's combined together, they want to use this thing to frustrate me. I'm not happy as you see me," he lamented.
This controversy unfolds against the backdrop of persistent public interest in the circumstances surrounding Mohbad's death. Previously, actor Yomi Fabiyi had made allegations that the singer was murdered inside his home, calling for thorough investigations and justice. The combination of a tragic death, a paternity dispute, and now a public relations misstep by the father has created a complex and emotionally charged narrative that continues to captivate and divide public opinion in Nigeria.
