The Lagos State Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Lawal Pedro, SAN, has confirmed that the toxicology report and other forensic analyses on the late singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, also known as Mohbad, have been received from the United States.
Speaking at a press conference held in Ikeja on Monday, Pedro revealed that the reports are now with the Lagos State pathologist and coroner magistrate overseeing the case, News About Nigeria reports.
Pedro said that the delays in the investigation were caused by the time-consuming nature of forensic and toxicological processes.
He explained that these steps are important to building a solid case that could lead to a conviction in court.
“On the Mohbad’s case, yes, I agree there has been a delay, and the delay is caused by the time taken for investigation.
“Forensic analysis, toxicology, all these are part of the investigation. A full-proof investigation is essential for leading to a conviction in any case that is presented before the courts,” Pedro added
He said that the toxicology test was conducted abroad due to the destruction of Lagos’ DNA and Forensic Centre during the #EndSARS protests of October 2020.
Despite these challenges, Pedro said a thorough investigation is important to ensure justice is served.
Mohbad’s death, just two days after a performance in Ikorodu, Lagos, has remained shrouded in mystery.
An initial autopsy at Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) suggested a potential drug reaction, noting the presence of diphenhydramine, an antihistamine, in Mohbad’s system.
However, the concentration detected was not considered fatal.
Diphenhydramine is commonly used to treat allergies, stomach ailments, cold symptoms, and anxiety.
Additionally, the autopsy reported an injury on Mohbad’s right forearm, and the body was found to be significantly decomposed.
