Popular Nollywood actress Iyabo Ojo has addressed the screenshots of her private chats with renowned singer Naira Marley, which has been circulating online.
Recall that Naira Marley and Iyabo Ojo clashed over the death of late singer Mohbad (Ilerioluwa Aloba), who passed away on September 12, 2023, under controversial circumstances. After Mohbad’s death, many people accused Naira Marley, the head of Marlian Music, of being involved in the singer’s struggles and possible death.
Actress Iyabo Ojo took an active role in seeking justice for Mohbad. She was vocal in accusing Naira Marley and Sam Larry of having a hand in the singer’s ordeal. Iyabo Ojo participated in protests, granted interviews, and consistently called out Naira Marley on social media.
However, Naira Marley took to his Instagram stories today as he leaked old chats between himself and Iyabo Ojo from 2021 and 2022 respectively.
In the chat, Iyabo Ojo requested Naira Marley’s presence at some of her events including her late mother’s remembrance party. Another chat saw the actress requesting Naira Marley’s assistance to help her adopted son, who was into music.
In no time, Iyabo Ojo responded to Naira Marley via his Instagram page.
The self-known ‘Mummy of Lagos’, made it known that she has promoted numerous artists’ songs, including those of Naira Marley. In 2020, after being contacted by his team through her son, Festus, she promoted one of his tracks.
According to Iyabo Ojo, Naira Marley later expressed his gratitude via direct message. Additionally, she invited him to her movie premiere and her mother’s burial ceremony.
She added that she never accused Naira Marley of killing Mohbad but she was just protesting against injustice.
She wrote, “Naira Marley recently shared our old chats, and I’d like to address some points.”
“As a TikTok sensation, I’ve promoted various artists’ songs, including Naira Marley. In 2020, I promoted his song after his team contacted me through my son Festus.”
“Naira Marley thanked me via DM, and I also invited him to my movie premiere and my mother’s burial party.”
“As someone who supports emerging artists, I’ve helped many young musicians promote their work. I’ve allowed them to use my lounge for shows, promoted their songs on TikTok, or introduced them to music producers like Naira Marley. For example, Fabian was signed by Naira Marley but left due to personal issues, and my nephew’s music style didn’t align with Naira Marley’s label.”
“However, when disturbing videos and petitions alleged that Sam Larry, Naira Marley’s friend, bullied Mohbad, a young artist who tragically lost his life, I questioned Naira Marley’s inaction. I never accused him of killing Mohbad, but the evidence suggests Mohbad’s life was threatened.”
“My issue with Naira Marley stems from his failure to intervene in Mohbad’s bullying. Furthermore, I’ve been made aware of allegations regarding Naira Marley’s involvement in other disturbing incidents, which will be addressed in court if necessary.”
“I won’t turn a blind eye to injustice, even if it involves someone I’m close to. I interact with many celebrities via DM, including Vice Versa, and I won’t hesitate to speak out against injustice, regardless of our past interactions. Naira Marley, you were mistaken if you thought I’d stay silent.”
See her post below: