biography of MohBad (Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba), covering his life,
Early Life
- Full Name: Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba
- Date of Birth: Generally reported as June 8, 1996
- Place of Birth: Lagos State, Nigeria. Some sources say Ikorodu, others other parts of Lagos.
- Upbringing: Grew up in Lagos. There was financial struggle; he had to contend with difficult circumstances.
Music Career
- Started professionally around: 2019, when he signed with Marlian Records, a label founded by Naira Marley.
- Breakthrough songs:
- “KPK (Ko Por Ke)” with producer Rexxie — a major hit that significantly raised his profile.
- Other popular tracks include “Ponmo,” “Peace,” “Feel Good,” “Sorry.”
- EPs / Projects:
- Light EP (2020) under Marlian Records, which featured artists like Naira Marley, Davido, Lil Kesh.
- Blessed EP (2023), released under his own imprint Imolenization.
Controversies and Issues
- Conflict with Marlian Records / Naira Marley:
- MohBad publicly accused Naira Marley and people associated with Marlian Records of assault after requesting a change of manager.
- He also claimed that royalties owed to him had not been paid.
- In October 2022, he terminated his contract with Marlian Records.
- Arrest / NDLEA Issues:
- In February 2022, MohBad, along with Zinoleesky and others, was arrested by the Nigerian Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA).
Personal Life
- Marital status: He was married to Omowunmi Aloba.
- Children: They had a son, named Liam Light Aloba, born around April 2023.
- Nickname / Alias: “MohBad” and also “Imole” (which means “light” in Yoruba).
Death
- Date of Death: September 12, 2023
- Age at death: 27 years old
- Cause: There are conflicting reports. Some sources say he was treated for a serious ear infection (otitis), others mention reactions following injections by a nurse.
- Aftermath & Investigations:
- Protests erupted among fans calling for justice.
- His body was exhumed for an autopsy as part of the investigation.
Legacy & Impact
- MohBad became known for his emotionally raw, street-inspired lyrics, blending Yoruba and Pidgin English, and street/pop style.
- His departure from Marlian Records and the allegations he made brought discussions about artist treatment, contracts, and mental health in Nigeria’s music industry to the fore.