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Mohbad’s Demise: Splash FM bans all Naira Marley songs across all stations
The management of Splash FM, a prominent radio station network in Nigeria, has taken the decision to ban the airing of songs by Naira Marley across all of its stations.
This move comes in response to the ongoing investigation into the mysterious death of musician Mohbad.
An internal memorandum was reportedly circulated to the staff of the media organization, detailing the ban on Naira Marley’s songs. The memo, which the Peoples Gazette had access to, was distributed on Monday, coinciding with the official launch of the police investigation into the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s death. The decision appears to be a response to the ongoing controversy surrounding the incident.
“In view of the sensitive nature around the death of Mohbad and the criminal procedure the police has commenced, I will urge us all to exercise discretion,” the statement said. “To this effect, Naira Marley’s songs have become NTBB (Not to be Broadcast) on our stations until further notice.”
“This is with immediate effect,” the statement reiterated.
Naira Marley, whose real name is Azeez Fashola, has found himself at the center of controversy following the sudden and mysterious death of Mohbad, born Promise Aloba. Mohbad was a former signee of Marlian Records, Naira Marley’s label, but the two artists had a falling out on bad terms.
While there is no direct evidence linking Naira Marley to Mohbad’s death as of the current information available, the situation has raised concerns and led to calls for an investigation. Several videos have emerged online that document instances of alleged abuse and conflicts between Mohbad and Naira Marley, as well as Naira Marley’s associates, including an individual identified as Samson ‘Sammy Larry’ Balogun, who is alleged to be a gang leader and was involved in disrupting one of Mohbad’s music video shoots.
The controversy surrounding Mohbad’s passing has stirred public interest and prompted discussions about the circumstances leading up to his death.