The ongoing controversy surrounding the paternity of late singer Mohbad’s son, Liam Aloba, has taken a new legal turn as a Lagos State Magistrate Court has ordered a DNA test to determine the child’s biological father.
The order came following an application filed by Joseph Aloba, the father of the late artist, who has consistently demanded that a DNA test be conducted to “clear all doubts” about Liam’s paternity. According to reports, the court’s directive is aimed at ensuring transparency and fairness in the matter, especially as it has generated widespread public debate.
Mohbad, born Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, passed away on September 12, 2023, under controversial circumstances that sparked national outrage and calls for justice. Since his death, disputes over his estate, legacy, and the well-being of his young son have made headlines.
Joseph Aloba has repeatedly claimed that the DNA test is crucial, not only for personal closure but also to secure his late son’s legacy and protect Liam’s future. On the other hand, some family members and Mohbad’s widow, Wunmi, have expressed discomfort with the public nature of the demand, describing it as unnecessary and hurtful.
In its ruling, the magistrate ordered that the DNA test be carried out at a government-approved medical facility, with all parties present to witness the process. This is to ensure credibility and prevent future disputes about the test results. The court also urged all stakeholders to refrain from making inflammatory statements on social media, stressing the need to protect the child’s privacy.
The news has quickly gone viral across social media platforms, with Nigerians sharply divided on the matter. While some support Joseph Aloba’s insistence, citing the importance of truth, others believe the matter should have been handled privately to shield the child from public scrutiny.
With the DNA test now ordered, all eyes are on the results, which could either put the long-standing paternity dispute to rest or open a new chapter in the already heated Mohbad saga.
For now, the story of Mohbad, his music, and the legacy he left behind continues to captivate Nigerians and the fate of young Liam remains a subject of national attention.
