Court orders dual DNA tests on Mohbad’s son
By Jeffrey Agbo
The Magistrate Court in Ikorodu has directed that DNA examinations be carried out on Liam Aloba, the son of late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad.
Presiding Magistrate Adefisoye Sonuga issued the order on Tuesday while ruling on a petition filed by the singer’s father, Joseph Aloba, who requested a DNA test to determine the child’s true paternity. Mohbad’s widow, Omowunmi Cynthia Aloba, was named as the respondent in the suit.
In his application, Aloba stressed the need to resolve doubts surrounding the child’s paternity. “There remains uncertainty regarding the paternity of Master Liam Aloba and given the sensitivity of the matter, it is imperative that the paternity be conclusively settled,” he stated in documents tendered to the court.
He further argued that the outcome of the test was vital to the child’s future. “Paternity is a live issue when it comes to determining the respondent’s maintenance obligations and the future of the child. The DNA is therefore necessary to avoid further delays and prejudice,” Aloba added.
At the hearing, Joseph Aloba’s counsel, Augustine Adegbemi, presented the motion, while Kabir Akingbolu, representing Mohbad’s widow, raised no objection. Consequently, Magistrate Sonuga approved the request.
“The court hereby orders that two DNA tests be conducted in accredited and recognized hospitals, one in Nigeria and the other outside Nigeria,” the magistrate ruled.
“Both parties or their representatives must be present when the samples are collected.”
The matter was adjourned until November 11, 2025, for continuation of proceedings.
