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  • BREAKING: Naira Marley, Sam Larry granted bail

    BREAKING: Naira Marley, Sam Larry granted bail

    Singer, Abdulazeez Fashola, alias Naira Marley, and Lagos socialite, Samson Eletu, alias Sam Larry, have been granted bail by a Magistrate’s Court sitting in Yaba, Lagos State.

    They, however, have to provide three sureties with a sum of N20 million to process their release.

    The magistrate had ordered the remand of Naira Marley and Sam Larry in police custody for 21 days over the death of 27-year-old Mohbad who died earlier in September.

    The magistrate, Adeola Olatunbosun told the defendants to submit their passports and ordered that they are to report weekly to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Panti.

    In her ruling, Olatunbosun stated: “As part of the bail conditions, the defendants are to surrender their passports and make weekly appearances at the State Criminal Investigation Department.”

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    The Nation reports the duo had filed a fundamental rights suit to challenge their continued detention over the death of Mohbad.

    Joined as defendants in the suit filed before the Federal High Court in Lagos were the police and the Lagos magistrate, Adeola Olatunbosun, who ordered their remand in police custody for 21 days.

    Naira Marley and Sam Larry each demanded N20m damages from the defendants.

    In the suit filed through their lawyer, Olalekan Ojo (SAN), they are urging the court to declare that the continued detention “at the Homicide Section of the Lagos State Police Command, Panti, Yaba, Lagos State since October 4, 2023,” constituted a violation of their rights.

    Details shortly…

  • Naira Marley, Sam Larry file N40m suit

    Naira Marley, Sam Larry file N40m suit

    Detained Nigerian singer, Azeez Fashola, a.k.a. Naira Marley and his associate, Sam Larry, have filed a N40 million breach of fundamental human rights suit before a Lagos High Court, Igbosere.

    Mr Olalekan Ojo (SAN), who filed the suit on behalf of his clients, is suing the Nigeria Police for breach of his clients’ right to personal liberty.

    Joined as respondents in the suit are: Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Mr Waheed Ayilara, Deputy Commissioner of Police Homicide Section Panti, and the Chief Magistrate Court One Yaba.

    Ojo argued that the detention of his clients from Octobere 4, on the orders of the Magistrates’ Court had since expired on October 26.

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    He is therefore, seeking an order of the court, releasing the applicants forthwith.

    Besides, counsel is claiming the sum of N40 million against the respondents, for breach of the applicants right to personal liberty.

    No date has been fixed for hearing in the application.

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Marley and his associate, Larry, were detained by the police, in connection with death of Nigerian artiste, Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as “Mohbad”.

  • Naira Marley’s sister cries out over detention of her brother

    Naira Marley’s sister cries out over detention of her brother

    Naira Marley’s sister, Shubomi, has decried the state in which her brother was detained upon reaching Nigeria, calling it a violation of his human rights.

    The Nation reported that Naira Marley and Sam Larry were earlier this month ordered by the Nigeria Police to be remanded in custody pending an investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death of MohBad.

    This situation seems to aggravate the sister of the musician who cried out on her Instagram story, claiming his detention was done in order to soothe the public.

    She said: “Keeping someone who willingly travelled back to help in detention for nearly 30 days, with no charge, no evidence, no sufficient witness is a violation of his human rights. Keeping him in custody to appease social media and the internet mob is crazy.”

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    “If you have evidence against him for anything he’s been accused of charge him! But if you don’t release him. It shouldn’t take this long for the investigation to be done.”

    “We all want the truth! We all want justice. What is the delay? We’ve already lost one person, trying to lynch another is not going to bring about justice.”.

  • Reps summon Naira Marley, Mohbad’s manager over late singer’s royalties

    Reps summon Naira Marley, Mohbad’s manager over late singer’s royalties

    In a bid to secure proper compensation and royalties for the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba (Mohbad) for his musical works, the House of Representatives has summoned controversial singer Azeez Fashola popularly known as Naira Marley to appear before it.

    Also summoned to appear before the House Joint Committees on Justice, Youth, and Legislative Compliance,  is the manager to the late singer, Jiggy Adeoye.

    The duo is to appear before the House Committees for an interactive session on Tuesday, October 31, 2023.

    In a letter dated October 26, 2023, signed by the Committee’s Clerk, Barr. Yusuf Ibrahim, the House said both Naira Marley and Mohbad’s manager were needed to guide the committee on further legislative action.

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    The letter which was routed through the President, Performing Musicians Associations of Nigeria reads: “The House Committee on Justice, Youth and Legislative Compliance invites you and the legal team of MOHBAD for an interactive meeting session as regard a referral received being a resolution of the House of Representatives during their plenary session on Tuesday 26th September 2023 with respect to the circumstances surrounding the royalties and other benefits of Mohbad and to ascertain the level of your interaction with other relevant copyright organizations, such information will guide the committee on further legislative action.”

    “In view of the above, you are kindly invited for an interactive session with the chairman, Committee on Justice, Youth and Legislative Compliance scheduled as follows; Tuesday 31st October 2023, at 2:30 pm”

    Mohbad, an ex-signee of Naira Marley’s record label died at 27 under unclear circumstances on 12 September.

    The House had resolved to wade into the matter following the adoption of a motion moved by Babajimi Benson (APC, Lagos).

  • Naira Marley threatens legal action against K-Solo for defamation

    Naira Marley threatens legal action against K-Solo for defamation

    Naira Marley has instructed his lawyers to institute a defamation suit against Nigerian record producer Solomon Oyeniyi aka K-Solo.

    This is coming after K-Solo alleged that Naira Marley is directly or indirectly involved in the tragic demise of his former signee, Mohbad.

    According to Naira Marley’s lawyers, K-Solo made the statement in a recent edition of a TV show, Rubbin Mind where he said, “Naira Marley is involved [in Mohbad’s death]. He cannot tell me he is not involved. He has a hand in his death.” These claims, without any substantial evidence (developments have clearly shown Naira is not directly or remotely connected to his death) have caused serious damage to Naira Marley’s reputation.

    Naira Marley’s lawyers noted that K-Solo will find himself facing legal repercussions for unfounded accusations made against the Marlian Music CEO.

    The lawyer further stressed that lawsuit is necessary because K-Solo’s claims, without any substantial evidence (developments have clearly shown Naira is not directly or remotely connected to his death), have caused serious damage to Naira Marley’s reputation.

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    The lawyers went further to express that accusations of this nature not only tarnish the image of the accused but also perpetuate baseless claims that have spread like wildfire because individuals like K-Solo and others have spearheaded the campaign of calumny against the person of Naira for reasons best known to them.

    “In time past, we kept quiet because we wanted to honour the memory of the dead and honour the relationship with him but we realised many people are setting a negative agenda and spreading negative narrative against Naira Marley.

    “We will no longer fold our hands and watch people with a negative agenda drag Naira Marley, neither would we allow them achieve their aim of declaring him guilty for an offence he did not commit at all cost. From this moment on anyone who alleges must present concrete proof not only on the internet but also in the Court of Law. Every falsehood and rumour will be met with severity and full weight of law,” Naira Marley’s legal advisers said in a statement.

    Naira Marley has consistently refuted any involvement in Mohbad’s tragic passing and has vehemently denied the allegations put forth by K-Solo. We will give K-Solo the opportunity of providing evidence and proving his accusation, same honour he didn’t extend to Naira-fair hearing.

  • JUST IN: Reps summon Naira Marley, late Mohbad’s manager, others

    JUST IN: Reps summon Naira Marley, late Mohbad’s manager, others

    The House of Representatives has summoned singer Azeez Fashola known as Naira Marley, The Nation has learnt.

    This is against the backdrop of concerns surrounding the works of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad and to ensure that his rights are upheld.

    The House, through its Committee on Justice, Youth and Legislative Compliance, also invited Jiggy Adeoye, Mohbad’s manager.

    In the now-viral letter sighted by The Nation, dated October 26, signed by the Committee’s Clerk, Yusuf Ibrahim, the House formally summoned Naira Marley.

    The House, through its Committee, also invited Mohbad’s legal team.

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    This was to provide insights into the situation and guide the committee on potential legislative action.

    The letter was routed through the President of the Performing Musicians Associations of Nigeria.

    Mohbad, a former signee of Naira Marley’s record label, passed away 21 under unclear circumstances on Thursday, September 12.

    The Lagos State Government ordered a coroner’s inquest into the death of the singer.

    The House’s decision to intervene in the matter was prompted by a motion sponsored by Rep. Babajimi Benson (APC-Lagos).

    Benson urged a review of the laws pertaining to the entertainment industry and copyright, expressing concerns about the contracts and agreements that artists were often compelled to sign.

    During the debate on the matter at the plenary, the lawmakers expressed their commitment to ensuring proper compensation and royalties for Mohbad’s musical works.

    The lawmakers also pledged to monitor the ongoing investigation into his death and the royalties accruing to him.

  • My son protected me from getting killed by Naira Marley – MohBad’s mother

    My son protected me from getting killed by Naira Marley – MohBad’s mother

    On Wednesday, October 25, during the Coroner’s Inquest, the mother of the late singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, known as Mohbad, revealed that her son consistently shielded her from any potential harm caused by his former label boss, Azeez Fashola, aka Naira Marley and his associate, Sam Larry.

    According to her, they constantly harassed MohBad, saying that the singer lived in fear.

    Abosede said: “He always mentioned them, and he was always shaking. I begged him several times to allow me to speak with them, but he refused, saying he didn’t want them to kill me.

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    “The last time he travelled for a show after he came back, he mentioned to me that Naira Marley came to attack him, he reported the case to the police but I don’t know if the police invited him.”

  • Naira Marley’s look-alike blames resemblance for mother’s demise, calls for help

    Naira Marley’s look-alike blames resemblance for mother’s demise, calls for help

    A Nigerian individual resembling rapper Naira Marley laments his mother’s loss due to resemblance.

    He claimed that resembling the record label boss had negative consequences, citing the recent loss of his mother.

    He elaborated on how the ongoing troubles involving the Marlian boss, particularly after the death of his former signee, Mohbad, subjected him to continual threats due to their similar appearances.”

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    According to him, due to numerous threatening calls and messages, his mother developed high blood pressure and sadly passed away on Sunday, October 10.

    He made a plea to the public, seeking assistance after being bereaved due to the indirect consequences of resembling the embattled Naira Marley.”

    He stated: “Nigerians, I need your help. I have lost my mother to death because of the calls, messages, and threats that I receive. She suffered high blood pressure because I look like Naira Marley. She passed away on Sunday. Rest in peace, Mom.”

  • Naira Marley, Sam Larry can’t be convicted for Mohbad’s death, says lawyer

    Naira Marley, Sam Larry can’t be convicted for Mohbad’s death, says lawyer

    Olalekan Ojo, an attorney of Azeez Fashola aka Naira Marley, has said that the embattled singer and record label boss can’t be convicted for the death of his former signee, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba aka Mohbad on the grounds of bullying.

    He argued there was no substantial evidence anywhere to support the claims that his client indeed bullied the deceased.

    The Lagos Police Commissioner of Police, Idowu Owohunwa, at a briefing of pressmen on Friday, October 6, established there is evidence linking Naira Marley and Sam Larry of assault against Mohbad.

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    The police boss said: “There are ample electronic and credible witness pieces of evidence linking them to cyberbullying, a threat to life, assault occasioning harm, and conduct likely to cause a breach of the peace against the deceased in his lifetime.”

    Contesting Owohunwa’s statement, Ojo during a recent interview with media personality, Daddy Freeze argued just like Naira Marley, his associate, Sam Larry can’t also be adjudged guilty of bullying and assault against Mohbad.

    He said: “If anyone checks very well, they will not be able to find any evidence to back up claims that Naira Marley bullied Mohbad.

    “As for Naira Marley, I believe very strongly that no matter how hard you look, you will not find a single incident where Naira Marley bullied him.”

    The defence attorney further claimed the web video depicting Sam Larry hitting Mohbad during a music video production did not accurately represent the situation.

  • I renovated Panti cell after my release, Naira Marley would be comfortable there – Seun Kuti

    I renovated Panti cell after my release, Naira Marley would be comfortable there – Seun Kuti

    Afro beats singer Seun Kuti has claimed he renovated his prison cell while in Police detention in Panti, Yaba.

    The Nation recalls big bird was detained in Panti earlier this year after he was captured slapping a police officer in a viral video.

    In a recent Instagram live session with fans, he claimed he sent money to renovate the cell, showers and tiles after regaining freedom.

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    He added embattled singer Naira Marley recently remanded over the death of his former signee, MohBad, will benefit from his charity while in detention.

    Kuti said: “The day I got home from Panti cell, I sent money for the renovation of the cell, toilet, showers and tiles.

    “If you think I’m lying, go to Panti and verify. I renovated the cell I stayed in because I can go back there tomorrow.

    “At least Naira Marley can enjoy my charity there.”