In a significant legal development, the Magistrates’ Court in Ikorodu, Lagos State is scheduled to hear a lawsuit seeking a DNA test for Liam, the son of the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as Mohbad. The court will consider the case brought by Mohbad’s father, Joseph Aloba, who is seeking to determine Liam's biological father.

The court date for this matter was confirmed in a statement by a member of the family's legal team, Monisola Odumosu. Aloba is seeking a court order to conduct the DNA test at a recognized medical facility, at his expense, within the state.

Despite an unsuccessful attempt to serve the court papers to Mohbad's wife at her Lekki home, the legal team is exploring alternative methods to ensure she receives the necessary legal documents.

Mohbad's death at 27 sparked controversy, with the Lagos State Police Command forming a special investigation team to probe the circumstances surrounding his passing.

His death also resulted in the arrest of Naira Marley and Sam Larry, among others.

The statement read, “A date has been fixed for mention of the DNA test application requested by the family of the late ace pop singer, Mr Ilerioluwa Promise Oladimeji Aloba (also known as Mohbad), who died September 12, 2023, in an unusual circumstance. All necessary legal apparatus are (sic) in place to see to the success of the matter.

“The application is at the Family Court of the Ikorodu Magistrate Court (MKD/31/FAM/2024), Joseph Aloba v Cynthia Omowunmi Aloba. The family, represented by the deceased father, is seeking an order of the court directing that a deoxyribonucleic acid test be conducted concerning the paternity of Master Liam Aloba, an alleged son of Mr Ilerioluwa Promise Oladimeji Aloba (deceased), in a recognised and accredited government or private medical facility within Lagos State, Nigeria at the expense of the applicant.”