Lagos Court Bars Baba Mohbad, Yomi Fabiyi, Others From Commenting on Omowunmi and Son Liam

By Joseph Iyaji | Akahi News

A Magistrate Court sitting in Ikeja, Lagos, has issued a restraining order against five individuals — Baba Mohbad, Bukky Jesse, Yomi Fabiyi, Larry Omodia, and Adewale Mariam — barring them from making any public statements or inciting actions concerning late singer Mohbad’s widow, Omowunmi Aloba, and their son, Liam.

One-Year Restriction to Protect Wunmi and Liam

According to reports monitored by Akahi News, the ruling prevents the affected individuals from issuing press statements, engaging in online debates, or inciting members of the public against Omowunmi and her child for a period of one year.

The directive also prohibits any form of bullying, harassment, or threats against the mother and child, who have been at the centre of heated controversies since the tragic death of Mohbad in 2023.

The court emphasised that the measure is necessary to safeguard the privacy, dignity, and emotional well-being of Omowunmi and Liam, while curbing the escalation of harassment across online platforms.

Why the Court Took Action

The judge observed that excessive public commentary had exposed Omowunmi and her son to emotional distress. By restraining the named individuals, the court seeks to curb misinformation, protect the family’s integrity, and maintain public order.

Akahi News recalls that since Mohbad’s passing, his widow has been subjected to public scrutiny and allegations, sparking debates within the entertainment industry and beyond. The restraining order signals a legal attempt to reset boundaries on how far commentary can go in such high-profile family disputes.

Public Reactions Online

The ruling has generated mixed reactions on Nigerian social media.

• Supporters argue that the restriction is a much-needed measure to protect Omowunmi and her son from harassment and unwarranted public attacks.
• Critics, however, warn that it could set a dangerous precedent for curtailing freedom of expression in Nigeria’s digital space.

Observers told Akahi News that the controversy underscores the tension between safeguarding vulnerable individuals and preserving constitutional rights to free speech.

What This Means Going Forward

With this ruling, Omowunmi and Liam are legally shielded from negative public statements by the named parties until at least late 2026. Any violation could lead to contempt charges or additional sanctions.

The case also highlights how Nigerian courts are increasingly taking proactive measures to address issues of online bullying, harassment, and defamation in high-profile matters.

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