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Mohbad, Four Other Famous Nigerian Artistes Who Died At Early Age

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3 years ago

September 13, 2023

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The death of Nigerian singer, Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as MohBad, on Tuesday, hit the internet.

PUNCH Online reports the former Marlian Record signee died at the age of 27.

Mohbad left the Marlian Record belonging to Nigerian singer, Azeez Fashola aka Naira Marley, in February 2022.

He released his debut album, “Light EP”, in the fourth quarter of 2020 as a follow-up to his viral song “Ponmo”, which featured Naira Marley and Lil Kesh.

He was best known for his hit singles Ponmo, Feel Good, and Ko Por Ke with Rexxie which was nominated three times for The Headies Awards 2022.

The management of late artiste released an official statement confirming his passing away.

The short statement posted on both his Instagram and X handles said: ”It is with great sadness that we confirm the passing of Promise Oladimeji Aloba PK/A Mohbad (Imole) today, the 12th of September, 2023.

“Mohbad was light until the very end, and as we mourn the loss of the brightness he carried, 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 had collaborated with several artistes including Naira Marley, Davido, Zlatan, Oladips, Small Doctor, Lil Kesh, Bella Shmurda, Lil Frosh amongst others.

Several Nigerian artistes and celebrities have mourned the death of the late singer. Among them are Naira Marley, Zinoleesky, Olamide, Chike, Davido, SuperWozzy, Bukunmi Oluwasina, Ibrahim Shatta, Woli Arole, amongst many others.

An old video of Bella Shmurda saying Mohbad was battling mental health issues recently resurfaced online minutes after the reported death of the singer.

Meanwhile, no official statement has been released on the cause of his death as of the time of filling this report.

PUNCH Online complies list of four other Nigerian artistes who died at an early age.

1. DAGRIN

Oladapo Olaonipekun, popularly called Dagrin died on April 22, 201o.

Until his death, he was a promising and fast-rising Nigerian indigenous rapper.

He was reported to have rammed his newly acquired Nissan Maxima into a stationary truck at night in front of the Alakara Police Station in Mushin, Lagos State, on April 14, 2010, and was taken to two hospitals for treatment. Unfortunately, he died after eight days in a coma as a result of the car accident.

Dagrin, fondly known for his song “Pon Pon Pon” died at the age of 25.

His demise remains one of the most prominent tragedies in the Nigerian music industry.

Dagrin was in the spotlight before rappers like Ycee, CDQ, Ladipoe, Falz, Chinko Ekun, and others.

Nigerian rapper, Olamide, had severally referenced Dagrin in his songs.

Dagrin was born into the family of Mr and Mrs Olaniyi Abolaji Olaonipekun on October 25, 1984.

Some of his hit singles include Pon pon pon, Ghetto Dream, and Thank God, Kondo, among many others.

In 2010, he was nominated for the Nigerian Entertainment Awards for Best Album, Hottest Single “Pon Pon Pon”, Best Rap Act, and Best Collaboration with vocals.

He was also nominated as the Artiste of the Year and won the best rap album at the Hip Hop World Awards in 2010.

2. DABLIXX OSHA

Nigerian rapper and songwriter, Oniyide Azeez, popularly known as Dablixx Osha, also died at early age.

He was reported to complain about stomach ache on November 7, 2022, and he was later rushed to a hospital where he died.

The late rapper focused on Trap music and some of his hit songs include “No feelings”, “Eruku”, Dagrin came back”, “Dagrin Kamal” and many others.

He was born on August 27, 1995, in Lagos State, and died at the age of 27 on November 8, 2022.

He has collaborated with popular Nigerian artists, including Lil Frosh of DWM, Oladips, and Zlatan.

Before his death, he released various songs and two EPs titled “50” and “Moller.”

3. KEFEE

Obareki Don Momoh, popularly known as Kefee, was a Nigerian gospel singer.

The singer was reportedly said to have fallen into a coma while on a flight to Chicago, United States of America.

The plane was forced to make an emergency landing and she was rushed into the Intensive Care Unit of a hospital in Los Angeles.

She was born in Sapele, Delta State on February 5, 1980, and died February 12, 2014 at the age of 34.

She was awarded the International Young Ambassador for Peace Award in 2009. Kefee also won the 2010 Headies Awards for Best Collaboration with Timaya for “Kokoroko”.

Some of her songs include Kokoroko, Africa, Branama, Celebrate, Congratulations, and many more.

Against rumour that the artiste was six months pregnant before her death, an official release by Adeline Adelicious Adebayo, Kefee’s UK Manager, said: “On behalf of the family, it is with a sense of great sadness but grateful hearts that we announce the passing to glory due to lungs failure this morning of our God’s mouth piece, chorus leader, daughter, wife, sister, friend Kefee Branama Queen … May her beautiful, gentle and precious soul rest in perfect peace. AMEN!!!

“PS: In contrast to all earlier rumours and stories in circulation, I do state that Kefee wasn’t 6 months pregnant and neither did she have pre-eclampsia.”

Artistes such as Sasha P, Niyola, and many more mourned her demise

Music producer, K-Solo, in a post on June 13, 2014, said “My Girl KEFEE is Gone. She’s one artiste I produced Kokoroko for and she was so wonderful…”

4. GOLDIE

Susan Oluwabimpe Harvey popularly known as “Goldie” was born on 23 October 1981 and died February 14, 2013.

She was a Nigerian professional singer and a Big Brother Africa star.

She won several African music awards including a Top Naija Music Award. She also appeared on Big Brother Africa in 2012 which was her first TV appearance.

Her genre of music was R&B, pop, rap, electropop. Some of her songs include: Jawo jawo, Don’t touch, Who we are, Point and kill, Breathe again, amongst others

She was said to have complained of a severe headache shortly after returning to Nigeria from the US where she had attended the music industry’s Grammy Awards and was rushed to a hospital in Lagos, where she was pronounced dead.

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Migration Agency Warns Migrants Against Irregular Travel Routes

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May 28, 2026

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The International Organisation for Migration (IOM), in collaboration with Giving is Healing Foundation, has sensitised residents of Ayobo in Alimosho Local Government Area of Lagos State on the dangers of irregular migration and the need to embrace legal travel procedures.

Speaking during a sensitisation programme held at Megida Ifelodu Community Development Association in Ayobo, the founder of Giving is Healing Foundation, Mr. Gbolahan Ayediran, warned intending migrants against using illegal travel routes.

Ayediran said many Nigerians desire to migrate abroad in search of better opportunities but often ignore proper procedures, thereby exposing themselves to several dangers.

“Lots of people want to migrate and most of them do it in the wrong direction. The reason for the programme is for us to advise people on how they can migrate in the right way. As much as migration is their right, they should do it correctly,” he said.

He advised intending travellers to obtain the necessary travel documents before embarking on any journey, noting that such documents include international passports, visas, flight tickets and yellow cards, depending on the destination country.

According to him, migrants should also gather adequate information about their destination countries to enable them make informed decisions before travelling.

Ayediran further highlighted some of the dangers associated with irregular migration, including abuse, exploitation, discrimination and forced labour.

Also speaking, the Chairman of Megida Ifelodu Community Development Association, Elder Mathews Amusan, commended the organisers for enlightening members of the community on safe migration practices.

He urged residents planning to travel abroad to always follow legal migration procedures to avoid falling victim to human trafficking and other migration-related challenges.

One of the participants, Mr. Kolawole Adenoko, said the programme enlightened him on the dangers of irregular migration and the importance of travelling through the proper channels.

He added that he would also educate his relatives and friends on the risks associated with illegal migration.

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Shatta Wale Bailed Burna Boy From Ghana Prison After Arrest For Smoking Weed – Captan

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4 hours ago

May 28, 2026

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Ghanian singer, Captan, has claimed that his former record label boss, Shatta Wale, once bailed Nigerian singer Burna Boy out of prison in Ghana after he was allegedly arrested for smoking weed.

Speaking in a recent podcast interview, Captan claimed that Shatta Wale sent him and others to free Burna Boy from police custody.

He also claimed that Shatta Wale and his group once accommodated Burna Boy when he was being hunted by some dangerous men.

Captan said, “I once bailed Burna Boy out of prison in Ghana when he was arrested for smoking weed. Shatta Wale sent me and some guys to go and free him from police custody.

“There was a time we also accommodated him when some people were after his life. We helped him settle the case.”

He added that he and Burna Boy are no longer in good terms after the Nigerian artist’s fallout with his mentor, Shatta Wale.

He, however, said he and Shatta Wale are open to reconciling with Burna Boy if he asks for it.

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Children’s Day: Chaos At Ogbe Stadium As Dozens Faint

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19 hours ago

May 27, 2026

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Chaos erupted on Wednesday during the Children’s Day celebration as dozens of students reportedly collapsed following a stampede triggered by the use of pepper spray.

The event,
organised by the Edo State Ministry of Education at the Samuel Ogbemudia Stadium was disrupted after some male students of Ihogbe College allegedly made uncompromising advances towards female students at the venue.
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‎ A parent who identified himself as Oboh Emmanuel said, “the behaviour of those uncultured students attracted the attention of bouncers stationed at the stadium as they rebuked the male students.”
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‎Oboh said the affected students later regrouped and attacked the bouncers, leading to a confrontation within the crowded arena.

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It was gathered that in the ensuing confusion, the bouncers were reported to have deployed pepper spray in an area occupied by a large number of students.
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‎Several students, particularly female students, reportedly fainted after inhaling the substance, while others sustained injuries after being stepped on during the ensuing melee.
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‎The panic was said to have spread across the stadium as students, teachers and parents scampered for safety.
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‎Many of the affected students were reportedly rushed to the Edo Specialist Hospital for medical attention.

Reacting to the incident, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Monday Okpebholo, Dr Patrick Ebojele, said the security personnel that fired the tear gas had been detained.

He said all the students, except two, that were rushed to the hospital have been discharged.

Ebojele stated that doctors wanted to observe the students till tomorrow before allowing them to go home.

“The two students are not seriously injured. Doctors want to observe them overnight. Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Education is still at the hospital. The man who used pepper spray has been detained.

“The incident did not happen the way it is being exaggerated. All modalities were put in place to ensure the children enjoyed their day.”
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