A close friend of late Nigerian singer Mohbad has staged a protest in Lagos, demanding justice and answers over why the artist’s body has remained in a mortuary for nearly three years. The demonstration reflects growing frustration among his supporters over what they describe as unresolved issues around his death and burial.

The protest on Sunday in Lagos was led by Primeboy, a friend and associate of Mohbad, who carried placards and engaged with passersby, calling attention to the fact that Mohbad’s body has still not been laid to rest. Primeboy’s actions have sparked wider conversations on social media and within the Nigerian music community about accountability, the treatment of deceased artists and the emotional toll on fans and friends.

In an emotional moment during the protest, Primeboy held a placard and told reporters that despite the passage of time, Mohbad has still not been buried. “Mohbad has not been buried for almost three years,” he said, adding that while some members of the family appear to be living their lives, Mohbad’s body remains in storage at a mortuary.

Primeboy’s protest was aimed at drawing public, legal and government attention to what he described as an injustice against a musician who had contributed to Nigeria’s music scene but whose death and burial have remained clouded in controversy.

Fans and onlookers gathered around the protest site, with some taking pictures and expressing support. Others expressed empathy and frustration, sharing that the delay in burial was painful for family, friends and supporters who feel Mohbad deserves a proper funeral and public closure.

Mohbad’s death in September 2023 sent shockwaves across Nigeria and beyond. The singer, known for hit songs like “Ponmo Sweet” and “Ask About Me,” was just 27 when he passed away, and his death quickly became the focus of intense public speculation and concern. Questions about the circumstances surrounding his passing led to investigations and public demands for transparency.

Despite official inquiries and investigations by law enforcement and other authorities, many of Mohbad’s fans and friends, including Primeboy, believe that key details about his death and what has delayed his burial have not been fully answered.

The situation was further complicated when conflicting statements appeared in the public domain about family unity and who is responsible for directing what happens to Mohbad’s remains.

Primeboy’s protest underscores how unresolved emotions and unanswered questions have persisted for Mohbad’s community and supporters long after his death.

Following the protest, images and videos of Primeboy with his placard circulated widely on social media, prompting renewed discussions about the unresolved aspects of Mohbad’s death and the prolonged delay in laying his body to rest.

Some fans thanked Primeboy for raising awareness, while others called for legal intervention and government oversight to ensure that Mohbad gets a timely and dignified burial. There were also suggestions that relevant authorities should engage with the family to facilitate closure.

Political analysts say that public protests — especially when connected to high-profile personalities — reflect deeper social frustrations with institutional delays, legal processes and perceived inequality in how matters involving public figures are handled.

For now, Mohbad’s body remains in the mortuary, and supporters like Primeboy continue to demand action. Whether the protest will lead to swift legal movement or a resolution with Mohbad’s family has not yet been confirmed.