Sam Larry who sustained a spinal cord injury has passed on

On the 5th of July, Naira Marley took to instagram to announce the passing of our beloved Marlian. According to reports he refused to respond to treatments after his accident.
Samson Balogun Eletu, widely known as Sam Larry, is a Nigerian music promoter, show organizer, and socialite. He is a prominent figure within the Nigerian entertainment industry and is closely associated with Naira Marley, the head of Marlian Records. He has been a central figure in several notable public events and controversies:Association with Naira Marley and Marlian Records: Sam Larry is well-known in the Lagos social and music scene for promoting events and working closely with major Afrobeats figures. The Mohbad Controversy: In late 2023, Sam Larry faced intense public scrutiny and legal investigation following the tragic passing of Nigerian singer Mohbad. Viral videos surfaced showing Sam Larry disrupting a music video shoot and attempting to confront Mohbad prior to the artist's death. While Mohbad had previously filed a police petition alleging threats from Sam Larry, Sam Larry publicly maintained his innocence, stating the dispute was strictly over an unfulfilled ₦2 million performance contract and denying any involvement in the singer's death. Recent Car Crash: In July 2026, Sam Larry made headlines after surviving a severe car crash along the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road in Lagos State. His vehicle reportedly collided with a heavy-duty trailer, resulting in the tragic death of his security aide at the scene and leaving Sam Larry hospitalized in critical condition.