Nollywood actor and filmmaker Yomi Fabiyi has called on authorities to reopen and intensify investigations into the death of late Nigerian singer Mohbad, insisting that the case should be treated as a murder inquiry.
Speaking in an interview with Sunday Scoop, Fabiyi said law enforcement agencies must handle the matter with urgency and ensure all available evidence is properly examined.
“The most important thing for me was to escalate it (evidence) and ensure that law enforcement investigates it properly. This is a murder case, and I expect the authorities and even relevant organisations to treat it with the seriousness it deserves,” he said.
Fabiyi recently shared screenshots on Instagram which he claimed contained conversations suggesting new details about the circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s death.
He alleged that the chats point to earlier claims of domestic violence and referenced previous reports and statements linked to the case.
According to him, the material includes dates and references that he believes should be properly verified by investigators.
“The chat contains a date, and the person in question (Wunmi) had already been arrested before. She was arrested in November 2025 by the FCID in Abuja and investigated for offences including murder, theft and criminal conspiracy,” he said.
Fabiyi added that the new claims align with earlier evidence and statements he believes are relevant to the investigation.
“This new lead aligns with what we already had: the 30 second video and the statement from Adura, who said Mohbad was pushed and hit his head on the floor,” he added.
He urged authorities to carry out forensic analysis on phones and digital materials to verify authenticity and recover deleted data where necessary.
“What I want now is simple. The authorities should invite the person involved, conduct proper forensic analysis on the phone and verify the conversation… A forensic examination can recover deleted messages and establish authenticity,” he said.
Fabiyi maintained that his push for justice is not driven by social media attention but by a personal belief in fairness and accountability.
“You do not need a special reason to care about justice. Humanity is enough reason,” he said, adding that Mohbad deserved justice as a Nigerian artiste whose music impacted many.
Beyond the case, Fabiyi also commented on broader national issues, urging the government to improve security and strengthen institutional response to crises.
He further reflected on his craft as an actor, noting that emotionally intense roles sometimes linger beyond filming, but professionals are trained to manage such effects over time.