The controversy surrounding the paternity of Liam, the son of the late Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has taken another dramatic turn. Joseph Aloba, the late singer’s father, has publicly raised alarms after discovering that two of the three laboratories approved by a court to conduct a DNA test on his grandson are allegedly fake or incapable of performing the procedure.
The Shocking Discovery
In a viral TikTok video posted on Monday, March 23, 2026, a visibly distressed Joseph Aloba revealed that his legal team had conducted background checks on the facilities nominated by the opposing parties. The results, according to him, were deeply troubling.
“My lawyer called me, and I was shocked when he said he had discovered that the centres presented in court by the Lagos State Government’s welfare officer and Wunmi’s lawyer were not legitimate,” Aloba stated.
He explained that the laboratories nominated by Wunmi (Mohbad’s widow) and the state welfare officer reportedly indicated they do not offer DNA testing services, particularly those involving embalmed remains. In contrast, Aloba maintained that the facility he selected, the DNA Diagnostics Centre in the United States, is fully legitimate and capable.
A Pattern of Obstruction?
For Mohbad’s father, this latest development is not just an administrative error but part of a deliberate conspiracy to hide the truth about his son’s death and the paternity of his grandson.
“They brought forward fake centres, and I was deeply saddened to hear this. I have heard that some powerful people have conspired with others to make me suffer over Mohbad’s death,” he lamented. “This suggests they are not ready for the truth, which is very troubling.”
Aloba also pointed out that this wasn’t the first time questionable facilities had been proposed during the investigation. He recalled a similar issue during the pathology and toxicology process, claiming it forms a pattern aimed at preventing justice.
Seeking a Transfer
Frustrated by the ongoing delays and what he perceives as undue influence in Lagos, Aloba announced his intention to consult his legal team about transferring the case to his home state of Ekiti. “I sincerely hope I will not regret coming to Lagos State,” he added.
He concluded his video with a passionate appeal to the Lagos State Government to ensure the DNA test is conducted properly so he can finally lay his son to rest. “The DNA test is a crucial part of the evidence, and without it, the burial cannot proceed,” he insisted.
The Court’s Stance
The paternity dispute has been a central issue since Mohbad’s tragic passing. In February 2026, a Magistrate’s Court in Ikorodu approved three overseas laboratories to carry out the test, following months of legal wrangling. The matter is scheduled to resume in April, where updates from the laboratories are expected to be presented.
As the saga continues to unfold, Nigerians remain deeply invested in the search for truth and justice for the late Afrobeats star.
What do you think about these new allegations? Is there a deliberate attempt to delay the DNA test, or is it just a misunderstanding? Share your thoughts below.
