The Nigeria Police Force has opened an investigation into Fuji music icon, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, following allegations of disruptive conduct at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.
According to a statement by Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, the incident occurred on August 5, 2025 and involved actions that reportedly interfered with the safe operation of a ValueJet flight.
The matter was formally reported by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), prompting a directive from the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, for a full investigation by the Commissioner of Police, Airport Command.
“Mr. Wasiu Ayinde Marshal is alleged to have violated provisions of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Regulations, 2023. The IGP has ordered a thorough investigation to determine the facts surrounding the incident,” the police spokesman said.
The dispute reportedly began when KWAM 1 attempted to board a flight to Lagos carrying a personal flask, which airline staff suspected contained alcohol—banned on domestic flights in Nigeria.
After being asked to surrender the flask, he allegedly refused and proceeded to block the aircraft from taxiing, creating a scene on the tarmac.
As a consequence, the NCAA took swift action by suspending the licences of the flight’s captain and first officer identified as Oluranti Ogoyi and Ivan Iloba, and placing KWAM 1 on a six-month no-fly list across all Nigerian airlines pending investigation.
The police have reiterated their commitment to aviation safety and legal compliance.
“We are dedicated to upholding safety and order in the aviation sector and will ensure this matter is handled appropriately,” the police stated.
Following public outcry especially in light of a separate case where a female passenger, Comfort Emmanson, was remanded in custody for allegedly assaulting airline staff, many Nigerians have called for equal treatment and accountability, regardless of a person’s status or fame.
KWAM 1 has since issued a public apology, claiming he did not intend to flout any aviation rules or disrupt flight operations.
