Lagos Court Approves International DNA Testing Labs for Late Singer Mohbad’s Son

A Lagos State Magistrate Court sitting in Ikorodu has formally authorized the use of three international laboratories to conduct a DNA paternity test for Liam, the son of the late Nigerian music star Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. The court's decision permits the testing to be carried out across one facility in the United States and two in the United Kingdom. This legal breakthrough follows a formal request for a paternity test amid ongoing controversies and questions that surfaced after the singer’s sudden death in September 2023.

The development was confirmed by Oladayo Ogungbe, the legal counsel representing Mohbad’s father, who has been central to the request for scientific verification of the child's paternity. By selecting reputable international laboratories, the court aims to ensure the highest standards of accuracy and transparency in a case that has drawn significant public and media attention across West Africa. The move is seen as a crucial step in resolving the domestic disputes that have entangled the late artist's estate since his passing.

According to the court's directive, the sample collection process will be strictly regulated to maintain the integrity of the results. The collection is currently scheduled to take place on April 7, 2026. To ensure a transparent process, the court has mandated that all relevant parties, along with court-appointed welfare officers, must be present during the collection of the biological samples. This multi-layered oversight is designed to prevent any future disputes regarding the authenticity or handling of the DNA evidence.

This ruling marks a significant milestone in the legal proceedings surrounding Mohbad’s legacy and his family's search for clarity. As the case progresses through the Nigerian legal system, the eventual results from these international labs are expected to provide definitive answers regarding Liam's paternity, potentially settling inheritance matters and offering a path toward resolution for the bereaved family. The structured approach taken by the Magistrate Court reflects the sensitivity and high stakes associated with the estate of the late Afrobeats artist.