Omowunmi, the widow of late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, known as Mohbad, has consented to undergo a DNA test to establish the paternity of their only son, Liam.
Mohbad passed away on September 12, 2024, under controversial circumstances and was buried in Ikorodu, Lagos, the following day. However, his remains were later exhumed for an autopsy due to public demand for an investigation into his death.
Following this, Mohbad’s father, Joseph Aloba, filed a lawsuit requesting a DNA test for his grandson. The legal team representing Joseph sought an order to serve Wunmi by posting all relevant documents to her last known address, as attempts to serve her directly had been unsuccessful.
During a court session on July 9, 2024, in Ikorodu, Lagos State, the Magistrates Court directed both parties to explore alternative dispute resolution methods, but these negotiations did not lead to an agreement.
In a statement obtained by Punch on October 27, 2024, Monisola Odumosu, a representative from the family’s legal team, announced that Wunmi had agreed to proceed with the DNA test. This agreement followed the drafting of settlement terms by both parties.
Odumosu reported that, “Emmanuel Oroko informed the court that both parties had settled outside the court and are ready to submit the terms of the settlement, which have been filed and served on Wunmi Aloba’s lawyers.” In response, Kabir Akingbolu, representing Wunmi, acknowledged this, and the court adopted the settlement terms as its ruling.
According to the settlement, Wunmi agreed to have the DNA test conducted at a recognized and accredited medical facility, either in Lagos State or another mutually acceptable location. Additionally, Mohbad’s father agreed to cover the costs associated with the testing.
The terms state that Wunmi Aloba and her son, Master Liam Aloba, will undergo the DNA test at two accredited facilities, with Joseph Aloba assuming responsibility for all associated expenses, including testing fees, sample collection, and any related legal or administrative costs.
Furthermore, the court mandated that the DNA test be carried out at a mutually agreed-upon laboratory or medical center within Nigeria and appointed officers to supervise the testing process to ensure its reliability. The court also ordered that each party bear their respective costs for this case, except for the processing of the DNA tests, which Joseph has agreed to cover.
