In a dramatic turn of events surrounding the ongoing public interest in Mohbad’s tragic death, a young man identified as Shamsodium has been arrested in Lagos for leading a protest that falsely implicated both Nollywood actress Iyabo and Wunmi Aloba, the late singer’s widow, as suspects in the case…CONTINUE FULL READING>>>>>
A Dangerous Display of Misinformation
The protest, which took place earlier in the week, saw Shamsodium and a handful of followers parading through parts of Lagos with placards accusing Iyabo of being complicit in Mohbad’s untimely death. The group chanted inflammatory slogans and displayed defaced images of the two women, drawing significant public and online attention.
False Accusations, Real Arrest: Man Detained After Wrongly Linking Iyabo Ojo and Wunmi, Mohbad’s Widow, to Singer’s De@th
Videos from the protest, widely circulated on TikTok and X (formerly Twitter), showed Shamsodium claiming without evidence that:
“Wunmi knows more than she’s saying. Iyabo Ojo is part of the cover-up. We demand their arrest!” The unfounded accusations quickly triggered condemnation from various quarters, including legal professionals, celebrities, and fans who have followed the Mohbad case closely.
How He Was Caught
Shamsodium was lured to a meeting under the guise of a business deal by individuals posing as talent scouts. Once he arrived, he was apprehended and handed over to law enforcement officers. The Lagos State Police Command confirmed his detention and stated that the protest was not only unauthorized but fueled by defamation and incitement.
Iyabo Ojo’s Side of the Story
Iyabo Ojo has been a vocal advocate for justice in the Mohbad case, consistently demanding transparency and due process. Despite her efforts, she has been on the receiving end of persistent threats, online smear campaigns, and now public defamation.
In a recent Instagram Live, Ojo emotionally detailed the toll the controversy has taken on her personal life:
“They’re threatening my life and my family. They burned down my office, left threats before my daughter’s wedding, and now this protest. I’ve never accused anyone. All I’ve ever wanted is the truth.”
She reiterated that she had never directly accused Mohbad’s wife or anyone else of wrongdoing, and has only echoed public concern over the strange circumstances surrounding his death.
Wunmi Aloba, Mohbad’s widow, has remained relatively quiet, aside from her initial statements during the coroner’s inquest. Since then, she has reportedly been in and out of protective custody due to heightened public scrutiny and threats.
Though she hasn’t responded publicly to Shamsodium’s claims, many online users have come to her defense, noting the mental and emotional trauma she continues to face.
Why It Matters
This arrest sends a clear message about the consequences of spreading false narratives—especially when they incite harassment, defame individuals, or derail real investigations.
Authorities have confirmed that Shamsodium may face charges including:
Defamation
Public incitement
False accusation
Disruption of public peace
