An autopsy on the body of late singer Ilerioluwa Oladimeji Aloba professionally known as MohBadi at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH) has revealed findings that point to his possible death.
A report obtained by TheCable on Thursday stated that while the exact cause of death remains uncertain, there is speculation about a possible drug reaction based on limited postmortem and toxicology findings.
According to the report, samples of the late singer’s stomach contents, blood, bone marrow, liver, kidneys and lungs were collected for a comprehensive toxicology study.
Test results showed the presence of diphenhydramine, an antihistamine, in Mohbad’s system. However, the concentration observed was not considered to be lethal or fatal. Antihistamines, such as diphenhydramine, are used to treat allergies, upset stomachs, cold symptoms, and anxiety.
Anatomical and pathological examination revealed an injury to Mohbad’s right forearm, and his body was moderately to severely decomposed when exhumed.
The report suggests the possibility of fatal anaphylactic shock or drug reaction, despite postmortem and toxicology results. Anaphylactic shock is a serious allergic reaction with life-threatening consequences.
It reads: “It is noteworthy that the body was not dissected or embalmed before burial on the second day.
“According to the exhumation order, the body was exhumed on 21.09.2023 (8 days after burial).
” The autopsy revealed moderate to severe decomposition of the organs. Except for a superficial injury to the right hand, death could not be attributed to a significant gross finding.
“In the background of this, samples were taken for toxicology. This determines whether it is an anaphylactic reaction, abuse, overdose or general domestic poisoning.
“Toxicology showed positive results for the antihistamine diphenhydramine; however, this concentration was not in the fatal or lethal range. Other analytes were insignificant.
“In the determination of fatal anaphylactic shock, a blood sample should be obtained as maybe soon
“Unfortunately, this prevented the burial of the deceased on the second day or made it impossible Based on the above, it was not possible to determine the cause of death.
“However, the possibility of fatal anaphylactic shock (drug reaction) can be considered without significant postmortem and toxicological findings.
