Rapper MohBad dead aged 27 as family say he is ‘finally at peace’ in statement

Tributes have flooded in for rapper MohBad who has died aged 27 (Image: INSTAGRAM/MOHBAD) Music artist MohBad, whose real name was Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Alabama, has died aged 27. A statement on the rapper’s official Instagram page announced his death. A cause is yet to be given. The words, issued by his family, said of the star: “It is with great sadness that we confirm the passing of Promise Oladimeji Aloba PK/A Mohbad (Imole) today, the 12th of September 2023.” They went on to say he was “light until the very end as we mourn the loss of the brightness he carried”. They added: “The family thanks you for your love and prayers and asks that you continue to respect their privacy during this difficult time. Imole is finally at peace.” Mohbad fans expressed their love for his new track Sabi on his Instagram page in August (Image: INSTAGRAM/MOHBAD) Many of the musician’s 1.8 million followers flocked to the post to pay tribute. Oluwadolarz wrote: “Rest on champ,” while Obi_cubana added: “Good night king.” Official_leczy typed: “Rest in eternal light… Imole.” MohBad’s promoter Ovie also confirmed the sad news in a statement, shared on Twitter, as he urged fans not speculate on the cause of death. He wrote: “Confirmed. Mohbad is dead. Sad, sad day. R.I.P. “It’s important to apply wisdom and caution when it comes to Mohbad’s demise. “I’m already seeing some wild tweets. Do not make ridiculous insinuations. Be very careful.” Joey Akan, the founder of Afrobeats Intelligence, said of his final moments with the late star: “Last time I saw Mohbad, we were in an apartment, a recording camp working on song selection for his last EP. “Man gave me a weird sweet red wine, and we had a little good-natured argument over the final songs to make the project and the length of the EP. Rest in peace man.” Mohbad was formerly signed to Naira Marley’s Marlian Records, which he left last year. On his Instagram just three days ago, he expressed his excitement at performing live at Ikorodu. Last month, he also shared a video of him playing the piano to promote his new track Sabi, featured on his EP. The rapper urged fans to support the song which many praised on his page. Mohbad’s other hits include; Ask About Me, Peace, Feel Good and KPK.