US EditionNigeria: FG Reduces Kwam 1's Flight Ban to One Month
The Inspector-General of Police has ordered a full probe following a petition by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority over KWAM 1's alleged obstruction of aircraft operations.
- Following the NCAA petition, the IGP ordered an investigation into last week’s incident at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, involving Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1.
- On August 5, 2025, the NCAA alleged KWAM 1 attempted to board with a flask suspected of containing alcohol and refused to surrender it when asked by flight crew, allegedly obstructing safe aircraft operation.
- According to the petition, Captain Ranti Ogoyi claimed KWAM 1 spilled the flask’s contents on her and then allegedly obstructed the aircraft’s departure by standing in front of it.
- Authorities stressed the Nigeria Police Force's commitment to transparency and impartiality in the investigation, assuring the public of ongoing efforts to uphold aviation security.
- This case underscores how quickly routine travel can escalate into a national controversy when celebrity status is involved, with aviation experts warning penalties under aviation safety laws.
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FG eases KWAM 1 flight ban, names him airport security ambassador
The Federal Government has appointed Fuji music legend, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, as an ambassador for proper airport security protocol, following a recent airport incident that drew nationwide attention. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, announced the decision on Wednesday, revealing that the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) had agreed to reduce KWAM 1’s six-month flight ban to one mon…
NCAA petitions IGP over KWAM 1's unruly conduct in Abuja Airport
The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, on Tuesday received an official petition from the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, over the recent incident at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, involving Mr Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, also known as KWAM 1. DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the Force Public Relations Officer, disclosed this in a statement on Tuesday night. DAILY POST reports that the Fuji musician was, on August 5, acc…
K1 De Ultimate: Thorough Investigation Will Make Sure Justice Is Served – Police
The Nigeria Police Force has launched an investigation into Fuji musician, K1 De Ultimate, over his unruly behaviour that obstructed the safe operation of an aircraft at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. The police recently revealed that the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) had petitioned the police over the incident. Speaking via a press [...] Source from InfoStride News
Fame Shouldn’t Be a Free Pass,” Declares Sean Dampte in Response to K1 x ValueJet Controversy”
In a bold and thought-provoking commentary, Afro-fusion trailblazer Sean Dampte has entered the fray surrounding the widely publicised altercation involving Fuji music icon King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1, and ValueJet Airlines. The incident, which has sparked heated debates across social media and beyond, has prompted Dampte to call for a critical examination of the boundaries between artistic brilliance and reckless behaviour,…
FG to Name KWAM 1 Aviation Security Ambassador After Airport Incident
The Federal Government would be appointing Fuji music legend Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, as an ambassador for proper airport security protocols following a controversial incident at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on August 5, 2025. The announcement was made by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, on Wednesday, as part of resolutions addressing recent cases of unruly behavior a…
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