Oriyomi Hamzat, founder of Agidigbo 88.7 FM in Ibadan, has apologised to singer Naira Marley and lifted the two-year ban on his music at the station — www.naijnaira.com reports.
The restriction began in 2024 after outrage followed the sudden death of Mohbad, a former Marlian Records artist who died on September 12, 2023, at just 27.
Hamzat admitted that his stance was influenced by public pressure and assumptions that turned out to be wrong after investigations cleared Naira Marley.
In his words, “I am very sorry for all my provocative statements or words to Naira Marley.”
To confirm the lifting of the ban, the broadcaster directed his team to play “Tesumole,” one of Marley’s hit tracks, during his live programme.
He stressed that he had never accused the artiste of murder or any crime, only that his earlier position was misjudged.
“I never said he committed murder or did anything illegal,” Hamzat clarified.
Hamzat also prayed for peace and comfort for Mohbad’s family, acknowledging the pain his passing left behind.
Listeners have been divided over the move, with some applauding the decision to mend fences, while others feel the station should have maintained the ban out of respect for Mohbad.
Hamzat described the reversal as a spiritual decision, saying, “Now at Agidigbo Radio Station, we have lifted our legs to march Satan and overcome obstacles.”
Article updated 4 days ago. Content is written and modified by multiple authors.
