A major legal development has emerged in the ongoing controversy surrounding the late Nigerian singer Mohbad, as the Ikorodu High Court in Lagos has officially approved three foreign laboratories to conduct DNA testing aimed at determining the paternity of his son, Liam.
The court ruling marks a significant step forward in a dispute that has remained at the center of public attention since the singer’s tragic passing in September 2023. The approved facilities include two laboratories based in the United Kingdom and one in the United States, selected to ensure neutrality, transparency, and international credibility in the testing process.
The paternity question was raised by Mohbad’s father, Joseph Aloba, who has consistently maintained that a DNA test must be completed before the late artist’s final burial rites can take place. According to him, confirming Liam’s biological relationship to the singer is essential to resolving lingering family concerns.
During the latest court session, legal representatives confirmed that each party involved in the case nominated a laboratory, while the court independently selected a third center to eliminate bias. Welfare officers are expected to supervise the collection of DNA samples, ensuring that the process follows strict legal and procedural standards.
Sources close to the proceedings revealed that all parties including representatives of Mohbad’s family and his widow, Wunmi Aloba will be present during the sampling stage to maintain transparency throughout the exercise.
The matter has now been adjourned until April 7, when the court expects an official update on the progress of sample collection and submission to the approved laboratories.
Since Mohbad’s death, public interest in the case has remained intense, with fans and observers closely following every legal development. Many supporters believe the DNA outcome could help bring closure to ongoing family disputes and allow the late singer to finally be laid to rest peacefully.
Legal analysts note that the involvement of internationally recognized laboratories may help strengthen public confidence in whatever outcome emerges from the test results.
As preparations begin for the DNA process, attention now shifts to the upcoming court date, which could mark a turning point in one of Nigeria’s most closely watched entertainment-related legal battles.
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