Lagos State Police have re-arrested Afrobeat singer Ibrahim Owodunni, also known as Primeboy, in connection with the murder of fellow singer Mohbad. Owodunni was initially arrested in November 2022 but was released on bail in December. However, new evidence has led to his re-arrest.
The musician was re-arrested when he and Spending, another person of interest in the case, visited the State Criminal Investigation Department in Yaba on Tuesday. This was reported by The Punch, a reputable Nigerian newspaper. The arrest is believed to be part of the ongoing police investigation into the murder of Mohbad.
As previously reported by PurpleWorld, singer Mohbad died on September 12 at the age of 27. The circumstances surrounding his death were highly controversial, leading to protests by fans calling for a police investigation and prosecution of those responsible. Fans and fellow artists alike have been demanding justice for Mohbad, who was a rising star in the Nigerian music scene.
After a number of accusations and counter-accusations in the aftermath of Mohbad’s death, a number of individuals were arrested, including Primeboy, Naira Marley, and socialite Balogun Eletu. These individuals were later released on bail, pending further investigation into Mohbad’s death. The case has sparked significant public interest and controversy, with many people demanding answers about what happened.
The suspects have pledged to cooperate with the police investigation in order to find out the truth about Mohbad’s death. However, it has been reported that Primeboy has been required to visit the SCID on a weekly basis as part of the investigation. This indicates that the police believe that Primeboy may have information that could be crucial to the case.
Joseph Aloba, the father of Mohbad, has filed an application with the coroner court in Ikorodu, seeking to call more witnesses in an attempt to shed light on the circumstances surrounding his son’s death. The application was filed in January, several months after Mohbad’s death, and indicates that the family is still seeking answers and justice.
Among the witnesses requested to testify before the coroner court are Primeboy, Spending, and Boluwatife Adeyemo, who were allegedly with Mohbad shortly before his death. The testimony of these individuals could provide critical information about the events leading up to Mohbad’s death and could help to uncover the truth about what happened.
In September of 2023, the Lagos State Police Command established a 13-member special investigation team to investigate Mohbad’s death. This team was formed to ensure a thorough and impartial investigation into the circumstances surrounding the death, with the goal of providing answers and justice for the family.
On September 21, 2023, the body of Mohbad was exhumed and an autopsy was performed in order to determine the cause of death. This was done as part of the investigation into his death and was intended to provide answers to the family and the public.
On his verified Twitter account, the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, Benjamin Hundeyin, stated in September 2023 that an autopsy was conducted and the results were pending. This statement was made in an effort to keep the public informed about the progress of the investigation.
While SP Benjamin Hundeyin has publicly denied knowledge of Primeboy’s rearrest, sources close to the matter have informed The PUNCH that Primeboy was rearrested on Tuesday during his routine weekly visit to the police station. This indicates that the investigation is ongoing and that there may be new developments that have not yet been made public. It is unclear what will happen next in the case.
According to a source close to the investigation, Primeboy and Spending were asked to report to the State Criminal Investigation Department (SCID) on a weekly basis. On Tuesday, when they arrived at the SCID, Primeboy was immediately handcuffed and detained. Meanwhile, Spending was allowed to leave after signing the register. The source further stated that Primeboy is still being held in custody at this time. The circumstances surrounding his arrest remain unclear.