By Seyi Babalola
There are signs that the outpouring of grief over the death of Lagos-based artist Mohbad is spreading across the country.
The artist who was signed to Naira Marley’s Marlian record company died two weeks ago.
Marley has been implicated in his death, and many feel he should face charges.
Following popular outrage over the singer’s murder, his body, which was buried quickly, was excavated for autopsy, and many Nigerians in various towns and overseas conducted processions in his honor.
Meanwhile, there are reports that Awka’s entertainment stars have agreed to stage a candlelight walk in his honor and to seek justice.
The protest is billed to be held on Sunday, at 10 a.m. at the Ekwueme Square in Awka.
Although there are no known sponsors, sources said the protest would attract government attention.
Meanwhile, an indigene of the state, Ude Uzochukwu who reacted to the protest said: “Be honest. Just be honest, if Mohbad had died through a road accident or chronic illness would you have planned a candle night in Awka?
“When MC Loph died did you do a candlelight for him in Owerri? When Muna Obiekwe died did you do a candlelight for him in Awka?
“It’s time we stop this madness and social bandwagon. This rubbish must stop at once. Everything is not activism. Can you give the public one reason for this proposed candle night in Awka? Just one tangible reason.”
