The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has invited the Department of State Services to join the state police command in probing the death of singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, aka MohBad.
This was contained in a statement released Tuesday by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Gboyega Akosile.
"The Lagos State Government has noted the developments that have followed the death of music star Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba (aka MohBad).
"Following Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s directive, the Police in Lagos State have launched a major investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of the young star. A 19-man police panel has been asked to unravel the mystery of the musician’s death.
"Further to this and to boost the investigation, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has invited the Department of State Services to join the investigation and widen the dragnet with inter-agency collaboration and use of best in class technology to unearth the truth.
"Mr. Sanwo-Olu has directed that all those who may have played any role whatsoever in any event leading to the death of MohBad be made to face the law after a thorough investigation," the statement read in part.
This development is coming hours after the Lagos State Police Command set up a 13-man special investigation team to probe the late singer's death.
MohBad died on Monday, September 11, at the age of 27.
NDDC MD, Dr Samuel Ogbuku, Congratulates Newly Promoted Directors.
The Managing Director/CEO, NDDC, Dr. Samuel Ogbuku, ably represented by the Chief of Staff to the Managing Director/CEO, NDDC, Rev. O. J. Oworibo, extended heartfelt congratulations to all the newly promoted Directors, at the Opening Ceremony of the Two
He expressed that the workshop is designed to provide the Directors with holistic view of leadership in context of the NDDC, as well as equip them with tools, knowledge and insight necessary to excel in this role.
He said inspiringly: “This workshop is not just about individual growth; it is also about the collective progress of the Niger Delta. As leaders, your decisions and actions will ripple through our communities, impacting the lives of our people. The NDDC’s mission is to facilitate the sustainable development of the Niger Delta Region, and your leadership is central to achieving this goal. We cannot afford to falter or stagnate; we must rise to the occasion with wisdom, courage and innovation.”
He urged the participating Directors to embrace this opportunity for growth with open hearts and hungry minds, to learn from each other, from ASCON, and from seasoned leaders that came before them.