Autopsy reveals drug reaction as possible cause of Mohbad’s death

The autopsy report on late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, has shed light on a possible cause of his untimely demise, revealing a suspected drug reaction.

Carried out at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, the autopsy and toxicology tests hinted at the likelihood of a severe allergic reaction or drug response leading to Mohbad's death.

Anaphylactic shock, a severe allergic reaction with life-threatening implications, emerged as a potential culprit.

Samples collected from the late singer's gastric contents, blood, bone marrow, liver, kidney, and lung were subjected to toxicology screening.

The results indicated the presence of Diphenhydramine, an antihistamine commonly used to treat allergies, gastrointestinal issues, colds, and anxiety.

Despite traces of Diphenhydramine found in Mohbad's bloodstream, the concentration was deemed insufficient to cause fatality.

Anatomical and pathological examinations uncovered minor injuries on Mohbad's right forearm and moderate to severe decomposition due to his body being exhumed eight days after burial.

However, no significant findings directly linked to his demise were identified.

The autopsy underscored the significance of timely blood sampling to diagnose fatal anaphylactic shock, a procedure hindered by Mohbad's early burial.

The report stated, "The cause of death could not be conclusively determined. Nonetheless, the possibility of a fatal anaphylactic shock (drug reaction) cannot be ruled out, given the absence of significant post-mortem and toxicology findings."

Mohbad, a 27-year-old artist formerly affiliated with Naira Marley's record label, Marlian Music, tragically passed away on September 12, 2023, under controversial circumstances, sparking nationwide debate and scrutiny.

In response, the Lagos State Police Command formed a 13-member special investigation team on September 18, 2023, to probe the incident, resulting in the apprehension of Naira Marley, Balogun Eletu, also known as Sam Larry, and other individuals.