The Coroner’s Court in Ikorodu, Lagos, has ordered the prosecution of Feyisayo Ogedengbe, the auxiliary nurse who gave Nigerian singer Mohbad a tetanus injection before his death. The court found that Ogedengbe was not licensed to practice medicine or nursing and acted illegally by administering the injection, which is believed to have triggered complications that led to the singer’s death.
Presiding magistrate, C.A. Shotobi, expressed concern over weak regulation in the healthcare system, warning about the risks posed by unqualified individuals offering medical services.
In addition to recommending criminal charges against Ogedengbe, the court also criticized the Nigeria Police Force for failing to act on a petition filed by Mohbad before his death. The late artist had accused Naira Marley and Sam Larry of assault and threats, but no meaningful action was taken by authorities at the time.
The court has now directed that the police’s handling of the case be investigated to determine whether there was any form of negligence or misconduct on the part of law enforcement.
Magistrate Shotobi, citing Section 29 of the Lagos State Coroner Law, called for Ogedengbe’s prosecution over unlawful medical practice and professional negligence.
The ruling adds fresh momentum to public calls for justice in the case of the late musician, who died under controversial circumstances that stirred national outrage.
