“DNA First, Burial Next”: Mohbad’s Father Insists Paternity Test Is Only Delay to Son’s Burial

The father of late Nigerian singer Mohbad, Mr. Joseph Aloba, has again stirred public attention after insisting that the long-awaited DNA test must be concluded before his son can finally be laid to rest.

In a viral video circulating online, Aloba described the DNA test — which centres on the paternity of Mohbad’s son, Liam — as “the most important factor” delaying the burial.

Mohbad passed away on September 12, 2023, yet the controversy surrounding his death and family disputes has kept his burial in limbo.

Aloba: “Once the DNA is done, burial will follow immediately”

Speaking in the footage, Aloba stated:

“Today is the DNA court case, my lawyer is here… this is the most important thing and this is what has been delaying the burial of Mohbad. After the DNA is done, we will immediately move on to the burial.”

His insistence follows months of public back-and-forth with the late singer’s wife, Wunmi, who maintains that Liam is indeed Mohbad’s biological child.

Wunmi Moves Legally to Protect Mohbad’s Estate

While the DNA dispute continues, Wunmi has taken formal legal steps to block any unauthorized claim to Mohbad’s estate.

According to filings at the Lagos State High Court (Ikeja Probate Registry), her legal team submitted Form 5 and Form 6, which legally prevent the issuance of Letters of Administration to any third party not recognized by law.

Her lawyer, I. P. Awo (Esq.), reiterated that Wunmi is the legal wife of the late singer and mother of his only surviving child. Public notices were placed in two national newspapers warning against:

“Surreptitious or fraudulent attempts to claim the estate without proper legal process.”

These filings remain binding until the estate is legally administered.

Opinion: A Painful Family Battle Playing Out Under the Public Eye

This ongoing drama highlights one of the saddest realities of celebrity deaths: grief becomes overshadowed by public spectacle, family conflicts, and legal noise.

While Joseph Aloba believes he is fighting for truth, many Nigerians feel the prolonged DNA saga has become unnecessarily theatrical — especially considering the emotional toll on a grieving widow and a child too young to understand the chaos around him.

On the other hand, Wunmi’s decision to legally safeguard Mohbad’s estate is not only within her rights but also a step toward order, clarity, and protecting her son’s future.

What is most heartbreaking is that Mohbad — a young artist whose music touched millions — still lies unburied more than two years after his death. The entire situation reflects a deeper problem: a family unable to heal or unite even in tragedy.

At some point, dignity must take centre stage.
A son deserves a final resting place.
A child deserves peace.
And a family deserves closure — not endless litigation and public drama.