Actress Tonto Dikeh has expressed her thoughts on Instagram addressing Mr. Joseph Aloba, the father of the late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, also known as Mohbad. In an open letter shared on her IG page, Tonto questioned the bereaved father about the apparent prioritization of material wealth over his love for his own child. She confronted him about the rushed and undignified burial of Mohbad, which took place within 24 hours of his passing. She also raised concerns over Mr. Aloba’s consistent demand for a DNA test during his interviews, despite not seeking one from Wunmi, Mohbad’s wife.
Her post is as follows:
“MESSAGE TO MOHBAD’S DAD
Mohbad, from the depths of my heart, I offer a sincere apology. You deserve better, and it pains me to witness your struggles, with unwavering support coming from compassionate individuals like ‘THE CONCERNED CITIZENS.’
It’s a promise that we will continue to fight, regardless of the names we are called and the hearts that are broken.
Papa Mohbad, I can empathize with the harsh realities of poor conditions, but when it involves your own flesh and blood, your son, it’s truly heartbreaking. How is it that material things or wealth seem to outweigh the love for your own child?
The hurried and undignified burial of our dear Mohbad within a mere 24 hours of his supposed passing, compounded by insufficient arrangements due to financial constraints after receiving a significant sum of 2 million Naira, is deeply distressing considering his status.
Need I remind you of the shameless, senseless, and inhumane way Mohbad’s neck was broken?
The decision to exhume your son’s remains stemmed from a collective outcry of Nigerian youth – which is a testament to our shared concern. While we acknowledge that Mohbad is indeed your son, please note that he was a married man, and the responsibility should extend to his wife regardless of any circumstances.
In your quest for global assistance and DNA verification, it’s crucial to address the rights of the woman who holds the answers personally.
By the way, I completely agree with the need for a DNA test, but why are you asking Nigerians for a DNA and not Wunmi?
Your immersion in social media, driven by trivialities and fleeting fame, is disheartening. I find solace in the knowledge that you are not a part of my family, sparing us the pain of witnessing your disregard for your son’s memory.
It’s bewildering that your dissatisfaction only surfaced upon witnessing contributions to your grandson in the custody of his mother, ‘Your late son’s wife,’ but now you charge 10k/15K for an interview.
Papa Mohbad, how does one fail their own flesh and blood not once, but twice?
My heart aches for the pain you are causing and the deep wounds left unhealed.
But I’ll leave you with these words, DO RIGHT BY YOUR SON.”