Nigerian musician Naira Marley has officially disclaimed any connection to the untimely demise of his former protege, Mohbad. The tragic passing of the emerging star has sent shockwaves not only through the music industry but also beyond, triggering a flurry of accusations and speculations.
Naira Marley, renowned for his controversial image, has come under intense scrutiny since the news of Mohbad's death emerged. In a heartfelt statement issued by the artist, he vehemently rejected any allegations of his involvement, either directly or indirectly, in the tragic incident. He went further to implicate unidentified individuals in an attempt to taint his reputation and suggested that Mohbad's demise might have been part of a malevolent scheme to frame him.
The statement begins with Naira Marley expressing his astonishment and sorrow over the loss of Mohbad, whom he considered a brother and a member of their musical family. He extended his sympathies to the family of the deceased, hoping they find the strength to cope with this irreparable loss.
Naira Marley categorically denied any implication in Mohbad's demise, underscoring that disagreements between them, although not unusual in the industry, had never escalated to the extent portrayed by some. He emphasized that they were in the process of resolving their business disputes through legal means before the tragedy unfolded.
Furthermore, Naira disclosed that he had been residing abroad since August 31, 2023, and was in the process of arranging his return to Nigeria to fully cooperate with the ongoing police investigation. He expressed confidence that the truth surrounding Mohbad's death would eventually be brought to light.
Naira Marley clarified that Mohbad had departed from his record label, Marlian Music, in September 2022, and this transition had occurred without any hindrance to his career. He refuted any allegations of his label's involvement in illegal activities and reiterated his commitment to establishing his innocence.
The artist extended his condolences to Mohbad's family and encouraged everyone to focus on providing accurate information and evidence to support the ongoing investigation. He assured that he would collaborate fully with the authorities and mentioned that his legal team was already in contact with law enforcement agencies. Please find his statement below.
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