The United Advocates Group (UAG) has called for the withdrawal of Inspector Mohammed and CSP Arase from the renewed investigation into the death of singer Ilerioluwa Promise Aloba, popularly known as Mohbad, citing concerns over transparency, neutrality, and public trust.
In a statement signed by Barrister Leke Odugbesan, the group said the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s death remain a matter of serious public concern and require an investigation that is not only impartial but also seen to be credible by Nigerians.
According to the group, the renewed probe must be handled by officers whose integrity cannot reasonably be questioned, stressing that any connection to previous controversies could weaken public confidence in the process.
UAG raised concerns over Inspector Mohammed’s role in the earlier investigation, alleging that critical aspects of the case were not adequately pursued.
The group claimed that several important leads were left unattended and that the case was not handled with the urgency expected.
It further alleged that Inspector Mohammed was unavailable when needed by its legal team during the coroner’s proceedings, adding that his absence led to the issuance of a subpoena.
The group said he failed to appear before the Coroner’s Court until after proceedings had concluded, a development it described as troubling.
The group also questioned CSP Arase’s conduct, alleging inconsistencies in his communication regarding the reassignment of the case.
According to the statement, CSP Arase initially confirmed that the matter had been assigned to him, but later denied this when contacted again.
UAG said this contradiction prompted its legal team to formally write the police authorities on April 23, 2026.
It added that upon submitting the letter, it discovered CSP Arase had also received an earlier correspondence from March requesting reassignment of the case.
The group said these developments have heightened fears about possible compromise, confidentiality breaches, and undue interference in the renewed investigation.
‘It is not a personal matter,’ the statement noted, insisting that its demand is based on the need to protect the integrity of the process and restore public confidence.
The group maintained that the renewed investigation should begin on a ‘clean slate’ and be led by fresh officers with no prior controversial involvement.
UAG therefore urged the Nigeria Police Force to immediately remove both officers from the case, appoint independent investigators, secure all evidence and correspondence related to the matter, and ensure the probe is transparent and shielded from external influence.
The group added that Nigerians deserve clear answers, Mohbad’s family deserves closure, and the late singer’s memory deserves justice.