By Cynthia Johnson
In a remarkable development, the petition aimed at banning Marlian Records #BanMarlianMusic, owned by Nigerian musician Naira Marley, has exceeded a staggering 200,000 signatures.
The petition was initiated in response to a distressing viral video that depicted the late singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba, also known as Mohbad, being subjected to physical assault shortly before his tragic demise.
The “Ban Marlian Music” campaign, driven by a group of concerned advocates, alleges that Marlian Records has been involved in recruiting young boys for the illegal peddling of drugs and promoting a culture of drug-related activities within its ranks.
The petition has garnered an impressive 222,056 signatures as of the latest update, underscoring the growing public concern and outcry against the record label’s alleged activities.
The tragic incident involving Mohbad has brought to light a deeper issue within the Nigerian music industry, prompting questions about the ethical and moral standards within certain record labels. The widespread support for the petition demonstrates the strong demand for accountability and transparency within the entertainment industry, particularly concerning the welfare and well-being of young talents.
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The “Ban Marlian Music” campaign has sparked a broader conversation about the responsibilities of record labels in nurturing talent and upholding ethical practices within the industry. With the petition now exceeding 200,000 signatures, it is evident that the public’s demand for accountability and justice remains resolute, shaping the future of the Nigerian music industry.
In reaction to the petition, Quest Times has gathered the following comments:
Levi_kosi: “After all these signatures what will happen? Nothing, no be Nigeria we dey?”
Views09: “Can’t they set up a gofundme for his bereaved wife and kid instead because we know petitions mostly amounts to nothing..someone should do this for Mohbad’s family please”
PopoolaJoke4: “Nah online we go finish them”
RealSwiftGodwin: “The small relevance weh remain for that record label go kuku kpai…. this time around, this publicity na very bad one onG… love to see it”
baKano: “You people will sign petitions tire and nothing will happen “
LoloEtny: “He went to prison for fraud came back,dropped a song and Nigerians welcomed him with open arms…celebrities danced to his music..they were all doing kirikiri Jo soapy everywhere…A person that was convicted for fraud o not an innocent person o. After all the signatures,what next??”
meshacksiman: “Don’t forget he is an ambassador to NDLEA”
BiAdewale: “Misplaced priority! The promoter of this petition couldn’t make a petition to support imole when he was alive.”
Crypto_omo: “This has gone far, even if you ban it in Nigeria it will still be played in other countries. Hmmm”
odogwu_avano: “Nothing go still happen. I don sign petition tire“