The tragic death of Nigerian singer Ilerioluwa Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, continues to stir public emotion, unanswered questions, and a tangled web of blame. His father, Joseph Aloba, recently granted another interview detailing troubling events leading up to his son’s untimely death — including renewed claims of bullying and financial misconduct involving the singer’s former label boss, Naira Marley.

While many Nigerians sympathize with Mr. Aloba and support his efforts to seek justice, a growing number of people are also becoming skeptical of his repeated media appearances and statements. In fact, some believe Mr. Aloba is trying to manipulate public sentiment to villainize Naira Marley at all costs — and not necessarily to uncover the full truth.

Here are four reasons why some Nigerians may question Joseph Aloba’s motives:

1. Shifting Narratives and Inconsistencies

In multiple interviews, Mr. Aloba has offered conflicting accounts of events — from when he first suspected something was wrong, to how involved he truly was in Mohbad’s life. To some, these inconsistencies come off as unreliable storytelling. If the goal is justice, shouldn’t the facts be clearer and more consistent?

2. Public Disputes Within the Family

There’s been visible tension between Mohbad’s father and his widow, Wunmi, especially regarding the late singer’s estate, DNA claims, and financial matters. These internal disputes have created the impression that personal interests may be influencing public narratives. Some suspect Mr. Aloba might be deflecting blame by constantly shifting the focus to Naira Marley.

3. Media Attention and Sympathy Currency

Some people feel that Mr. Aloba has leaned heavily into public sympathy — frequently granting interviews and releasing emotionally charged videos — without presenting hard evidence or pushing for more concrete legal action. Critics argue that if justice is the goal, the focus should be more on legal steps, not media rounds.

4. Selective Accusations Focused Only on Naira Marley

While Naira Marley is undoubtedly a controversial figure with a troubled public image, some wonder why Joseph Aloba directs almost all blame toward him, when there are other unresolved elements — including Mohbad’s use of third-party bank accounts and possible internal family issues. To these observers, the one-sided focus seems strategic, possibly to paint Naira Marley as the villain while deflecting scrutiny from them

None of this is to dismiss the grief of a bereaved father or the serious questions still surrounding Mohbad’s death. But when justice is pursued in the public arena, credibility matters. For those following this tragic story, it’s important to examine not just what is being said, but why, when, and how it’s being said.

The call for justice should be about truth — not about building public narratives to score emotional or political points. Until investigators thoroughly address all sides, skepticism will continue to grow — and so will the divide between justice and performance.