Ayra Starr faces backlash after briefly posting a video dancing to Naira Marley’s song. Social media users accused her of ignoring past controversies surrounding Mohbad’s death. While she deleted the clip, many argue Nigerians are too quick to forgive Naira Marley, despite ongoing questions about Mohbad’s tragic passing.
Mavin Records star Ayra Starr is under fire after briefly posting a 10-second clip of herself dancing to Naira Marley’s new song. Although she quickly deleted it and replaced it with two videos featuring her music, the damage was done.
Social media users, particularly on Twitter, are outraged, accusing Ayra Starr of selective amnesia. Many argue that it has been less than two years since the death of Mohbad, yet Naira Marley—who was linked to the controversy surrounding the late singer—appears to be regaining public support.
Naira Marley and his associate, Sam Larry, were arrested in October 2023 on allegations of harassment and intimidation of Mohbad. However, both were released on bail a month later, and no concrete evidence has surfaced linking them to Mohbad’s death. Despite public calls for his cancellation, Naira Marley’s fanbase remains steadfast, actively promoting his music on TikTok.
The controversy has reignited discussions on whether Nigerians are too quick to forget past scandals. While some defend Ayra Starr, stating she made an innocent mistake, others see it as a sign that the industry is moving on from Mohbad’s case.
The circumstances surrounding Mohbad’s passing remain unclear, with multiple autopsy attempts failing to provide conclusive results.
