Controversial rapper, Naira Marley, has voiced his willingness to return to Nigeria to clear his name in connection with the alleged involvement in Mohbad's death. This revelation came during an interview with social commentator Reno Omokri on Wednesday.
The Marlian Music executive's potential return is in response to the public scrutiny he faced after videos showing him being assaulted surfaced online in relation to Mohbad's demise.
During this interview, Naira Marley expressed concern about the influence of media, which he believes has swayed public opinion against him. He emphasized that his return to Nigeria would only be possible if he could be assured of his safety.
Naira Marley went on to share a past incident when he was in the United States and received a distressing call from Mohbad's girlfriend. She reported that Mohbad had locked himself in a bathroom and was contemplating suicide. In an attempt to offer support, Naira Marley called Mohbad and recorded their conversation, encouraging him to seek a peaceful resolution with his family and assuring him that he didn't need to be stressed.
He expressed deep concern about Mohbad's well-being during that period and mentioned that the recorded conversation was an attempt to understand what was troubling his friend.
In a video clip shared during the interview, Naira Marley reiterated that his return to Nigeria would depend on the guarantee of his safety by security agencies. He stated, "If the security agencies can guarantee my safety, I will be in Nigeria for investigations."
The situation remains complex, and Naira Marley's statement raises questions about the ongoing investigation and the circumstances surrounding Mohbad's unfortunate passing.
Watch the video of Naira Marley's statement here:
“If the security agencies can guarantee my safety, I will be in Nigeria for investigations”
– Naira Marley pic.twitter.com/NyKX0zq2tH
— 🐬 @𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗷𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗯𝗼𝘆 (@OneJoblessBoy) September 27, 2023