The lawyer representing the family of late singer, Ilerioluwa Aloba, has raised fresh concerns over the capability of some laboratories selected for the ongoing paternity test involving his son, Liam.
In a statement made available on Tuesday, the family’s counsel, Oladayo Ogungbe, who spoke on behalf of the applicant, Joseph Aloba, said questions had emerged regarding the technical readiness of certain facilities listed for the exercise.
He recalled that a court, in its February 24, 2026 ruling, directed that the DNA analysis be conducted in three laboratories jointly approved by all parties and the court to guarantee transparency.
The laboratories named for the test include DNA Diagnostics Centre, nominated by the applicant; Alpha Biolabs, selected by the respondent; and Advanced Histopathology Laboratory Limited, chosen by the court through a Social Welfare Officer.
Ogungbe explained that before the commencement of sample collection, the applicant’s team carried out due diligence to confirm whether the laboratories possessed the expertise required for the specific nature of the test.
He noted, however, that feedback from two of the facilities indicated limitations in handling post-mortem DNA testing involving embalmed remains.
According to him, both Alpha Biolabs and Advanced Histopathology Laboratory Limited stated that they do not carry out DNA analysis that involves tissue extraction from preserved bodies.
The lawyer said the issue had since been formally presented before the court through an affidavit.
He further dismissed insinuations that his client intentionally selected unqualified laboratories, clarifying that only one of the three facilities was nominated by the applicant.
Ogungbe reiterated that Joseph Aloba remains committed to ensuring that the process is conducted in line with due process, scientific standards and the court’s directive.
It would be recalled that a Lagos State Magistrate Court sitting in Ikorodu had earlier ordered a DNA test to determine the paternity of Liam, the only child of the deceased singer.
The directive was issued by Magistrate Adefisoye Sonuga, following an application filed by Joseph Aloba seeking to confirm the child’s biological link to his late son.
Mohbad died in September 2023 under controversial circumstances, sparking widespread reactions and legal disputes surrounding his estate, royalties and paternity.
His son, Liam, was born in April 2023, months before his death, with the paternity matter continuing to draw public interest.