Mohbad: Sam Larry’s Post Triggers Reactions As Nigerians Flood Socialite’s Page
Controversial Lagos socialite Sam Larry has once again stirred up a wave of public reactions following a new post shared on his Instagram page, just days after addressing allegations linking him to the alleged assault and harassment of the late singer, Mohbad.
According to a NewsVista reporter, Sam Larry recently appeared in an interview with social media commentator Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, where he attempted to clear the air over his alleged involvement in Mohbad’s troubles before the young artist’s untimely death. During the interview, the socialite insisted he never physically harmed Mohbad, claiming that what many interpreted as an attack was merely a confrontation about an unpaid debt during a video shoot involving Zlatan Ibile.
“I did not threaten Mohbad with boys,” Sam Larry stated. “I only went to the beach to buy something for my child. When I saw them shooting, I walked up to them, and some of the beach boys followed me. That’s all.”
Despite his defense, the internet was quick to respond. Critics and fans alike unearthed older videos showing tense encounters between Mohbad and Larry’s associates — footage that some believe contradicts the socialite’s account. Social media platforms have since become battlegrounds for heated exchanges, with many Nigerians expressing disbelief at his claims.
Adding fuel to the fire, Sam Larry returned to Instagram to share a series of fresh photos of himself dressed in designer wear and striking confident poses. Alongside the pictures, he included a cryptic caption that many interpreted as a veiled message to both supporters and critics.
“You wish me bad, you see bad. You wish me good, you see good. Ire o. Alhamdulilah. Alhamdulilah. Alhamdulilah,” he wrote.
The post immediately ignited a storm in the comment section. Thousands of users flooded his page, expressing their anger and frustration. While a few offered words of support, the majority condemned the post as insensitive, particularly in light of ongoing public grief over Mohbad’s death.
One user wrote, “Despite your money and connection, may it never buy you peace of mind.” Another added, “The camera was rolling when you showed up with your boys that day. Maybe you’ve forgotten, but the footage doesn’t lie.”
Others accused Sam Larry of attempting to use image-building tactics to soften his public image, while some called on authorities to continue their investigation and ensure justice is served for Mohbad.
As the controversy grows, NewsVista has learned that an alleged phone conversation involving Sam Larry and Zlatan Ibile recently surfaced online. In the audio clip, Zlatan reportedly distanced himself from the issue, saying he didn’t want to get involved in the media narrative surrounding Mohbad’s death.
With emotions still raw among fans and unanswered questions surrounding the late singer’s tragic passing, Sam Larry’s recent media appearances and social media activity continue to attract intense scrutiny.
Whether his statements will help or hurt his public standing remains to be seen, but one thing is clear — Nigerians are not forgetting Mohbad’s story anytime soon.