Mohbad's Death: Nurse to Face Prosecution as Coroner Rules Out Homicide
The long-awaited findings from the Lagos State Coroner's Court, sitting in Ikorodu, on the death of popular Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, widely known as Mohbad, have been delivered. The ruling points directly to medical negligence by an auxiliary nurse, while also levelling significant criticism against the deceased's family and the Nigeria Police Force.
Nurse Feyisayo Ogedengbe Faces Prosecution:
The Coroner, Magistrate C.A. Shotobi, has unequivocally recommended the criminal prosecution of auxiliary nurse Feyisayo Ogedengbe. The court found Ogedengbe guilty of "gross negligence," having administered an injection to Mohbad without a prescription from a licensed medical doctor. It was further established that she is neither a registered nurse nor a licensed medical practitioner, rendering her actions "unlawful and professionally negligent." The Office of the Director of Public Prosecution (DPP) has been urged to initiate appropriate legal action against her under Section 29 of the Coroner Laws of Lagos State for unlawful medical practice and gross negligence.
Homicide Ruled Out, Anaphylaxis Suspected:
Crucially, the Coroner's Court has ruled out homicide or deliberate foul play as the cause of Mohbad's death. While a definitive cause could not be fully ascertained due to the advanced decomposition of the body before autopsy, the court highlighted a "sudden reaction after the deceased was injected by the nurse." Both testifying pathologists suggested a severe anaphylactic (allergic) reaction to the tetanus injection as the most probable cause.
Family and Police Under Fire:
The Coroner did not spare others from criticism:
Mohbad's Father, Joseph Aloba, was blamed for the "hasty and undignified burial" of his son without prior autopsy or obtaining a death certificate, deeming his conduct obstructive to forensic investigations.
Mohbad's Wife, Omowunmi, faced criticism for failing to seek adequate professional medical care for Mohbad for over 15 hours and for not ensuring proper documentation of events, noting a "duty of care" that was insufficiently discharged.
The Nigeria Police Force was ordered to formally investigate its "inaction" regarding a petition filed by Mohbad before his death, which contained serious allegations against Naira Marley and Sam Larry. The Coroner described this failure as a "dereliction of duty" and mandated an immediate reopening of that specific case.
Systemic Reforms Recommended:
Beyond individual culpability, the Coroner's findings highlighted systemic failures across family dynamics, medical institutions, public bodies, and the entertainment industry. Recommendations include:
The proper and urgent reburial of Mohbad, adhering to public health and legal protocols.
Strengthening of laws to combat bullying and exploitation within the music industry.
An outright ban on the unlicensed administration of intravenous medication.
Mandatory investigation of all sudden deaths involving young, healthy individuals before burial.
Father Files Appeal:
Meanwhile, Joseph Aloba, Mohbad's father, has independently filed a notice of appeal. He challenges the Lagos State High Court's refusal to quash the DPP's legal advice that had previously absolved Naira Marley and Sam Larry, contending that the trial court erred in law regarding the Attorney-General's powers and prosecutorial discretion.
In summary, the Coroner's ruling decisively links medical negligence to Mohbad's tragic demise, while also demanding accountability from various parties and advocating for crucial systemic improvements.
I'm Aisha shehu
Talksocialtalka News
