The Lagos state Governor, Babajide Sanwoolu, has finally reacted to singer Mohbad’s death seven days after the young man’s demise.
In a lengthy statement released on Tuesday, September 19, the governor assured the general public that justice for Mohbad shall prevail.
He however, said those who assaulted Mohbad that leads to his death, will fully face the wrath of law when finds guilty.
Sanwoolu revealed that he has secretly been working with the DSS and other security body to investigate and bring out those behind the inhuman act.
Read the statement below;
“I would like to assure everyone that I am not oblivious to the sad passing of Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Imole Aloba (Mohbad). We have been closely working behind the scenes with relevant authorities, and following keenly the ongoing investigations.
However, in order to boost the investigations, I have 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.
“I have instructed 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.
“I hereby plead with all those who may have vital information that may assist the investigation process to avail the investigating team with such. I have 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 Police and the DSS have been admonished to brief the public on their efforts periodically.
I also 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.
“I hereby commiserate with the family, friends, colleagues, and fans all over the world on Imole’s sad demise. I wish everyone love and light, and May his soul rest in peace.
AMEN”.
Mohbad died on Tuesday evening, September 12, after he reportedly received an injection from an auxiliary nurse in an unknown hospital where he went to treat an ear infection.
May his soul rest in peace. Amen.
