Actor and filmmaker, Yomi Fabiyi, has challenged authorities to reopen investigations into the death of singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.
Speaking in an interview with Sunday Scoop, Fabiyi said, “The most important thing for me was to escalate it (evidence) and ensure that law enforcement investigates it properly. This is a murder case, and I expect the authorities and even relevant organisations to treat it with the seriousness it deserves.”
Recall that in an Instagram post on Wednesday, the actor shared screenshots of chats which he claimed showed Omowunmi Aloba secretly discussing and confessing to pushing Mohbad.
Explaining further, Fabiyi said, “The chat contains a date, and the person in question (Wunmi) had already been arrested before. She was arrested in November 2025 by the FCID in Abuja and investigated for offences including murder, theft and criminal conspiracy.
“This new lead aligns with what we already had: the 30 second video and the statement from Adura, who said Mohbad was pushed and hit his head on the floor. That is not the first time we have heard allegations of domestic violence around this case.”
Stating his demands, he said, “What I want now is simple. The authorities should invite the person involved, conduct proper forensic analysis on the phone and verify the conversation. Sitting on social media will not solve anything. A forensic examination can recover deleted messages and establish authenticity. If necessary, we are willing to participate in legal proceedings to ensure transparency and proper monitoring of the investigation.”
He added, “I am not speaking without any basis. There is already a statement from a prosecution witness who said he had a video showing Mohbad being pushed and hitting his head. That is more substantial than the leaked screenshot itself. If one claims the leaked material is false, then the logical step is forensic verification. Submit the phones, recover the data and compare the conversations. That is how the truth is established.”
Speaking on why he remains committed to seeking justice for the late singer long after public attention on the matter has waned, Fabiyi said, “You do not need a special reason to care about justice. Humanity is enough reason. Mohbad was a Nigerian, a talented artist whose music gave joy to people, and he was also part of the entertainment industry I belong to. I believe in giving a voice to people who may not be able to fight for themselves. That is how societies improve.”
Beyond the Mohbad case, the actor also shared his thoughts on how the government should address the country’s security challenges.
“The kidnapped children and other victims have a right to safety and protection. Nigeria should use crises like this to strengthen laws, improve systems and close loopholes. My appeal is straightforward: people are not attacking the government by demanding security. Citizens are asking leaders to do what they were elected to do,” he said.
Speaking on his latest movie role, in which he engaged in trance acting, Fabiyi explained the emotional demands of the craft.
“Professional actors are trained to switch in and out of characters. That process involves rehearsal, discipline and a kind of built in emotional therapy. Acting is make believe, and you have to remind yourself of that once the scene is over.
“But honestly, some roles linger. Certain lines or images can come back later and affect you emotionally. It is not always immediate to reset yourself. Experience helps, and over time you learn techniques to readjust and move on to the next project, but some performances leave a mark,” he said.