Ibrahim Owodunni, also known as ‘Primeboy’ and a childhood friend of the late singer Mohbad, has filed a lawsuit against the Nigeria Police Force, alleging a violation of his fundamental human rights.
The lawsuit was filed at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, on October 11, 2024. This legal action comes after the Lagos State Police Command declared Primeboy wanted on October 4, 2023, for not responding to police invitations regarding the ongoing investigation into Mohbad’s death.
In response to being declared wanted, Primeboy voluntarily turned himself in to the police the day after the announcement.
His attorney, Akinpelu Ogunbona, released a statement stating that Primeboy is seeking a court order to have his name removed from the wanted list.
He argues that being branded as wanted by the police violates his right to dignity and respect as an individual.
“Primeboy has sued the police via an originating motion filed on October 11 before the Federal High Court, Ikoyi, Lagos.
“His requests to the court include a declaration that the special police gazette bulletin issued by the office of the IGP declaring Primeboy wanted was a contravention of Primeboy’s right to respect for the dignity of his human person.
“Also, Primeboy requested the court to delist his name from the wanted list amongst other requests,” Ogunbona stated.
This development comes just days after Primeboy announced his intention to pursue legal action against Mohbad’s mother, Abosede Adeyemo-Aloba, for alleged defamation.
