Court Orders DNA Test On Late Mohbad’s Son

The Magistrate Court sitting in Ikorodu has directed that DNA tests be conducted on Liam Aloba, the son of late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.

Presiding Magistrate Adefisoye Sonuga gave the order on Tuesday while ruling on an application filed by the singer’s father, Joseph Aloba, who sought a paternity test.

The court mandated that two DNA tests be carried out in accredited and recognised medical facilities, one in Nigeria and another abroad. Both parties or their representatives are also to be present when samples are collected.

The application listed Mohbad’s widow, Omowunmi Cynthia Aloba, as the respondent. It was brought pursuant to provisions of the Family Court of Lagos State (Civil Procedure) 2012 and the Magistrate Courts (Civil Procedure) Rules 2009.

In his filing, Joseph Aloba argued that doubts remain over the paternity of Master Liam, stressing that a conclusive determination is necessary in the interest of the child’s welfare and to address the respondent’s maintenance obligations. He further sought permission for samples to be taken from Mohbad’s remains at the Military Hospital, Yaba, for comparison.

At Tuesday’s proceedings, Augustine Adegbemi, from the law firm of Dr. Wahab Shittu (SAN) & Co., represented the applicant, while Kabir Akingbolu appeared for the respondent. With no objection raised by the defence, the magistrate granted the application as prayed.

The matter has been adjourned to November 11, 2025, for further proceedings.