The House of Representatives has summoned singer Azeez Fashola, known as Naira Marley, to appear before it over the royalties of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, known as Mohbad.

Mohbad, a former signee of Naira Marley’s record label, tragically passed away at the age of 27 under unclear circumstances on Thursday, September 12. The Lagos State Government ordered a coroner’s inquest into the death of the 27-year-old singer.

The House, through its Committee on Justice, Youth, and Legislative Compliance, also invited Jiggy Adeoye, Mohbad’s manager, to appear on October 31.

The House’s decision to intervene in the matter was prompted by a motion sponsored by Rep. Babajimi Benson (APC-Lagos).

Benson urged a review of the laws pertaining to the entertainment industry and copyright, expressing concerns about the contracts and agreements that artists were often compelled to sign.

During the debate on the matter at the plenary session on September 26th, the lawmakers expressed their commitment to ensuring proper compensation and royalties for Mohbad’s musical works.

The lawmakers also pledged to monitor the ongoing investigation into his death and the royalties accruing to him.
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