The quest for clarity in the Mohbad saga has hit a new scientific roadblock. On March 17, 2026, the legal team representing the late singer's father, Joseph Aloba, raised serious concerns regarding the technical capabilities of the laboratories tasked with resolving the long-standing paternity dispute over young Liam Aloba.
While the world waits for closure, it appears the intersection of law and forensic science is proving more complicated than anticipated.
The Embalming Complication
Following a court directive from February 24, 2026, three international laboratories were selected to conduct DNA testing to ensure absolute transparency. However, the legal counsel for the Aloba family, Oladayo Ogungbe, revealed that preliminary checks suggest two of the three facilities may not be equipped for the task at hand.
The core issue? Post-mortem DNA extraction from embalmed remains. > "Inquiries revealed that Alpha Biolabs and Advanced Histopathology Laboratory Limited do not conduct the specific type of tissue-based analysis required for remains that have undergone the embalming process." — Oladayo Ogungbe, Legal Counsel.
A Breakdown of the Nominated Labs
To maintain credibility, the court and involved parties previously agreed on a "triple-check" system involving facilities in the U.S. and the UK:
| Laboratory | Location | Nominated By | Reported Status |
| DNA Diagnostics Centre | Ohio, USA | Joseph Aloba (Applicant) | Verified Capacity |
| Alpha Biolabs | Warrington, UK | The Respondent | Capacity Questioned |
| Advanced Histopathology Lab | London, UK | The Court/Social Welfare | Capacity Questioned |
Seeking Scientific Integrity
Mr. Joseph Aloba has faced public scrutiny over the perceived delays in this process. However, his legal team insists these new inquiries aren't a delay tactic, but a necessity for scientific credibility. An "affidavit of facts" has been filed to notify the Magistrate Court in Ikorodu that proceeding with labs lacking the specific technical niche could lead to inconclusive or contested results.
The memory of Ilerioluwa "Mohbad" Aloba continues to loom large over the Afrobeats industry. Since his controversial passing in September 2023, the focus remains on ensuring that the final legal and biological conclusions are beyond reproach for the sake of his legacy and his son, Liam.
The scientific accuracy of this test is vital for the finality of this case. Do you think the court should stick to the current list or scout for more specialized forensic labs?
Source: Punchng
