“You Can’t Manipulate DNA”: Mohbad’s Widow Fires Back as SAN Withdraws from Paternity Case

The tension surrounding late singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, continues to thicken as his widow, Wunmi, has publicly responded to her father-in-law with a fiery declaration: “You can get as many lawyers as you want, but you can’t manipulate this DNA.” Her statement came shortly after a Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) reportedly withdrew from representing the Aloba family in the controversial DNA case over the paternity of her son, Liam.

The withdrawal of the SAN has sent ripples through social media and the legal community alike, reigniting debates around the ongoing feud between Mohbad’s family and his widow, which has been marked by months of accusations, counter-accusations, and online drama since the singer’s untimely death in September 2023. For many Nigerians following the saga, this latest development feels like another twist in a story that has refused to fade from public consciousness.

According to reports, the highly respected lawyer stepped away from the case for reasons yet to be officially disclosed, though many have begun to speculate that the growing controversy and media frenzy surrounding the case may have played a role. Wunmi, who has maintained a consistent stance of transparency since the issue of a DNA test first arose, wasted no time reacting to the news. In a statement shared on her X (formerly Twitter) handle, she reiterated her readiness to let science and the courts speak for the truth, expressing frustration over what she described as deliberate attempts by the Aloba family to delay justice.

“To my father-in-law, you can get as many lawyers as you want from anywhere in the world,” she wrote. “One thing that’s certain is that you can’t manipulate this DNA. I’m sorry. When people are confident in truth, they don’t run. They don’t hide. They don’t switch lawyers every month. They don’t ignore court calls. We have cooperated from Day One. We have never opposed a DNA test. We showed up. We waited. We followed the law.”

Her post, which quickly went viral, drew mixed reactions from Nigerians who have closely followed the case since its inception. Some hailed her for standing firm and facing public scrutiny with courage, while others argued that her tone suggested frustration that might further complicate relations with her late husband’s family. Nonetheless, her words carried an unmistakable air of confidence — a woman determined to let the truth speak through the undeniable precision of science.

The DNA controversy has been one of the most emotionally charged aspects of the posthumous legal and social battles linked to Mohbad’s name. After the singer’s death, his father, Joseph Aloba, began demanding a DNA test to ascertain the paternity of Mohbad’s only son, Liam, sparking an intense wave of public commentary and media speculation. While some sympathized with the grieving father’s call for clarity, others criticized the move as unnecessary and disrespectful to the memory of his son, insisting that Wunmi had already suffered enough public humiliation.

In the months since, the matter has bounced between the court of law and the court of public opinion, with both sides occasionally sharing updates or grievances online. The withdrawal of yet another lawyer, especially a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, has now raised further questions about the sincerity of the Aloba family’s pursuit of the case and the motives behind the constant changes in legal representation.

Observers have pointed out that the case seems to have lost focus, drifting from its supposed purpose — to ensure justice and truth — into what now feels like a power struggle between two grieving parties. The repeated legal withdrawals, social media confrontations, and sensational headlines have only deepened public fatigue, leaving many Nigerians wishing for a conclusive end to what has become one of the most talked-about celebrity legal dramas in recent memory.

For Wunmi, the statement appears to mark a turning point in how she intends to handle the situation going forward. Her tone suggests a woman who is no longer willing to be intimidated or dragged into emotional battles. “The only people delaying this process,” she continued in her statement, “are the same people who requested it. No one can manipulate the court, and no one can manipulate science. Let the truth speak — for Liam, for Mohbad, and for justice.”

Her closing remark, “November 11 is around the corner. We will be there. Again,” hints at a forthcoming court date, possibly the next hearing in the ongoing case. It is a subtle but firm reminder that while emotions continue to run high online, the real test of truth remains in the courtroom, where facts and evidence — not social media noise — will decide the outcome.

The late Mohbad’s case has continued to grip the Nigerian public since his mysterious death. Calls for justice and transparency in the investigation into his passing remain loud, with fans and advocates urging authorities to leave no stone unturned. The DNA dispute, although tangential to the cause of his death, has become an emotional subplot — one that threatens to overshadow the broader quest for accountability.

The withdrawal of a SAN, in particular, is a serious development. In Nigerian legal circles, it often signals significant internal conflict or loss of confidence in a client’s position. While the details behind the lawyer’s decision remain undisclosed, the timing — just weeks before the next court appearance — adds weight to Wunmi’s claim that “truth needs no defense.” Many legal analysts have also noted that the withdrawal could slow down proceedings yet again, unless a replacement lawyer steps in quickly.

As the public waits for November 11, both sides appear to be digging in for what could be a decisive moment in the long-running case. For Mohbad’s fans, who have followed every twist with a mixture of heartbreak and anger, the hope remains that this DNA test will finally close one chapter of uncertainty and allow attention to return to the core issue: what really happened to Mohbad.

The singer’s tragic death, followed by the messy public feud, has highlighted the deep fractures that fame, grief, and suspicion can create within families. Yet, amid the chaos, Wunmi’s words echo a message that resonates beyond this case — a reminder that no matter how fierce human conflict becomes, the truth, like DNA, cannot be manipulated.

Whether her confidence will be vindicated in court remains to be seen. But for now, her voice — steady, defiant, and unyielding — has once again reignited national attention on a story that continues to unravel new layers of drama with every passing week.

As Nigerians prepare to watch the events of November unfold, one thing is certain: the world will be watching, waiting for the truth to finally speak — for Liam, for Mohbad, and for justice that has been too long delayed