Massive crowd and heavy gridlock characterise the candlelight procession in honour of Mohbad.

News ToGo reports that the candlelight procession is currently underway in Lagos State to pay tribute to the late Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad. It began at the Lekki Phase 1 gate and is scheduled to conclude at Muri Okunola Park, where a tribute concert will be held in his honor.

Devoted fans and well-wishers of the late singer have gathered at the Lekki gate. They are marching with heartfelt songs and carrying posters and banners adorned with his images. Adequate security has been provided by the police to ensure the safety of the event.

Mohbad’s untimely passing has sparked widespread concerns, leading the Lagos Police Command to conduct an autopsy. The police, in collaboration with healthcare professionals, carried out the exhumation of Mohbad’s body in the Ikorodu area of Lagos.

Benjamin Hundeyin, the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, confirmed the exhumation.

The 27-year-old singer had passed away on September 12, 2023. He was laid to rest in Ikorodu, Lagos State, the following day. His sudden demise led to various speculations, with some Nigerians pointing fingers at his former boss, Naira Marley, and music promoter, Sam Larry, as potential culprits.

In response to public outcry, Nigerians have called for justice, with protests erupting in Lagos, Ogun, and other parts of the country, demanding that the police investigate his death thoroughly.

The acting Inspector General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, ordered a forensic investigation into the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s death.

In compliance with the IGP’s directive, the Commissioner of Police in Lagos State, Idowu Owohunwa, formed a specialized team. The team included a pathologist, to exhume the body and conduct a comprehensive investigation into the singer’s demise.

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Shaibu has made a U-turn by begging for mercy.

News ToGo reports that the embattled Deputy governor of Edo State, Philip Shaibu, begged Governor Godwin Obakeki, for forgiveness over their political differences.

Shaibu, who disclosed this in an interview with journalists currently ongoing in his Benin City residence on Thursday, asked Governor Obaseki to forgive and forget.

Recall that Obaseki and Shaibu have been having issues in the last few months. Reports suggested different things as the sources of their face off.

However, Obaseki revealed that his Deputy betrayed him in several ways including taking legal action against him, raising the alarm that there was a plot to impeach him among others.

The Edo Governor also stated that Shaibu plotted against him in his bid to push his political ambition.

Tinubu has appointed a new CBN Governor.

News ToGo reports that President Bola Tinubu has approved the nomination of Dr. Olayemi Michael Cardoso to serve as the new Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), for a term of five (5) years at the first instance, pending his confirmation by the Nigerian Senate.

This directive is in conformity with Section 8 (1) of the Central Bank of Nigeria Act, 2007, which vests in the President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, the authority to appoint the Governor and Four (4) Deputy Governors for the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN). This is subject to confirmation by the Senate of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Furthermore, President Bola Tinubu has approved the nomination of four new Deputy Governors of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), for a term of five (5) years at the first instance. Their appointments are are in acting capacity pending their confirmation by the Nigerian Senate. They include: (1) Mrs. Emem Nnana Usoro (2) Mr. Muhammad Sani Abdullahi Dattijo (3) Mr. Philip Ikeazor (4) Dr. Bala M. Bello.

In line with President Bola Tinubu’s Renewed Hope agenda, the President expects the above listed nominees to successfully implement critical reforms at the Central Bank of Nigeria, which will enhance the confidence of Nigerians and international partners in the restructuring of the Nigerian economy toward sustainable growth and prosperity for all. Chief Ajuri Ngelale Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity) September 15, 2023