Mr Joseph Aloba, father of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, aka Mohbad, has filed a notice of appeal against the Lagos High Court ruling which upheld the legal advice that cleared music executive, Azeez Fashola, aka Naira Marley, and show promoter, Balogun Eletu, popularly known as Sam Larry, of any wrongdoing in his son’s controversial death.

The appeal, filed at the Court of Appeal, Lagos Division, seeks to overturn the July 2, 2025, decision delivered by Justice D.T. Olatokun.

Through his legal team led by a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Wahab Shittu, and Don Akaegbu, Aloba is challenging the Director of Public Prosecutions’ legal advice, which he argued was used to absolve key suspects in the late singer’s death.

In the appeal document on Tuesday, Aloba contended that the trial court erred by holding that the Attorney-General’s prosecutorial powers under Section 211(1) of the 1999 Constitution are absolute and not subject to judicial review.

He argued that such powers must be exercised in line with public interest, justice, and due process, and not used to shield any individual from prosecution.

Citing the Supreme Court case of Elias v. Arkas (2018) 10 NWLR (Pt 1626) Pg 37, the appellant contended that “such power was not beyond judicial scrutiny, especially when it appears contrary to the public interest, interest of justice, or amounts to abuse of legal process.”

He however urged the court “to allow the appeal and set aside the lower court’s ruling and issue an order of certiorari to quash the legal advice issued by the DPP with Reference No. LJP/HOM/2023/170 concerning Mohbad’s death.”

The Attorney-General of Lagos State, Lawal Pedro SAN, and the Director of Public Prosecutions were listed as respondents in the case.In an ex parte motion earlier filed before the Lagos High Court, Aloba argued that the coroner’s inquest, initiated on September 29, 2023, had not concluded its probe into Mohbad’s demise before the DPP’s actions were taken.

He further disclosed that key individuals who had been summoned by the Coroner’s Court and mentioned during the inquest were released prematurely and had yet to appear to clarify their roles in the case.

He added that the police and DPP allegedly acted without notifying the coroner, thereby obstructing the inquest’s statutory duties.

Nollywood actress and entrepreneur, Iyabo Ojo, has disclosed that her office in Lagos was gutted by fire.

According to the actress, the incident occurred around 7 pm on Tuesday night.

In a video shared on her Instagram page, a section of the building was seen severely affected by the fire.No life was, however, lost in the incident.

“This just happened today, the 8th of July 2025, around 7pm. My office building caught fire,” she wrote.

Ojo thanked the Lagos State Fire Service and her staff for their swift response in salvaging what was left.

“Thank you to the Lagos State Fire Service and my staff for salvaging what was left.

“Thankfully, no lives were lost. The devil tested us today, but God said no,” she added.

The actress, known for her resilience, assured fans that she would bounce back stronger.

“With God on my side, we will bounce back bigger and better,” she said.

Music superstar 2Baba has announced a new chapter in his career with the unveiling of his new management team, A Guy Entertainment.

This team, comprising seasoned professionals in music, branding, digital innovation, and entertainment law, will oversee his career locally and internationally.

With over 20 years of experience in the music industry, 2Baba has redefined Afro-pop and inspired many artists.

The new management team will handle all aspects of his career, including music releases, brand partnerships, global engagements, and creative collaborations.

According to 2Baba, this change is a necessary part of growth, and he believes his new team understands his vision, legacy, and future direction.

The team is committed to making strategic decisions that reflect 2Baba’s identity and unmatched standard.

The statement reads: “We are pleased to officially announce a major new chapter in the legendary career of Nigerian music icon, Innocent Ujah Idibia, known and loved around the world as 2BABA.

“This exciting transition comes with the unveiling of a new management team, carefully assembled to reinvent and amplify every facet of 2BABA’s brand.

This move reflects a renewed focus not only on his rich musical legacy but also on the limitless potential that lies ahead in today’s evolving African entertainment landscape.

“With a career spanning over twenty years, 2BABA has redefined Afro-pop and inspired countless artists.

His timeless artistry, advocacy, and global appeal are hallmarks of excellence, and this new team has been brought on board to build on that legacy.

From music releases and brand partnerships to global engagements and creative collaborations, the team will manage the full spectrum of his career, both locally and internationally.

“I’m excited about this new chapter. Change is a necessary part of growth, and I believe this team understands my vision, my legacy, and where we’re headed next. We’re not just celebrating the past, we’re creating more magic.”

The new management team is made up of seasoned professionals in the music business, branding, digital innovation, and entertainment law.

They are all committed to strategic, value-driven decisions that reflect 2BABA’s identity and unmatched standard.

“In the coming months, fans and industry partners can expect a powerful rollout of new projects, live experiences, and social impact campaigns that will further define 2BABA’s next era.

“We remain anchored in authenticity, excellence, and a deep sense of social responsibility, which continue to position the music legend as a powerful voice across Africa and the diaspora.

2Baba expressed excitement about this new chapter, stating, “I’m excited about this new chapter. Change is a necessary part of growth, and I believe this team understands my vision, my legacy, and where we’re headed next. We’re not just celebrating the past, we’re creating more magic.”