Music Icon KWAM 1 Brings Negative Vibes To Aviation Industry , A Lesson For Celebrities

By Roland Ekama

In a dramatic turn of events at Abuja’s Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Nigeria’s beloved Fuji icon Wasiu Ayinde, famously known as Kwam 1, has been hit with a shocking six-month flight ban by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA)! The ban comes after a heated clash with ValueJet officials that has sent shockwaves through the aviation industry and entertainment circles alike.

Michael Achimugu, NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs, didn’t mince words during a fiery press briefing on Thursday, August 7, revealing that Kwam 1 will be blacklisted from flying within Nigeria, a stern reminder that no one is above the law—not even the music superstar famous for his close ties to President Bola Tinubu.

“This isn’t just about one passenger; these global aviation rules exist to protect everyone,” Achimugu declared, emphasizing that justice will be served regardless of fame or influence. The NCAA is escalating the matter further, preparing to involve the nation’s attorney-general and inspector-general of police to trigger official legal action against the Fuji legend.

Despite whispers about political pressure potentially sparing Kwam 1, the NCAA insists that President Bola Tinubu and Aviation Minister, Festus Keyamo stand firmly behind upholding the rule of law, sending a powerful message that reckless behavior at airports will face hard consequences.

The six-month flying exile of Kwam 1 has ignited fierce debate across Nigeria, leaving fans and aviation watchers wondering if this is a sign of tougher days ahead for Nigerian air travel etiquette—and for celebrities who think they’re above the rules.

According to the NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection who announced sanction said : “What I must assure the general public is that everybody involved in this will be brought to book.

“As we speak, the passenger is going to be blacklisted for the next six months flying in Nigeria. Aviation rules are made for everybody, for the protection of everybody. These rules are global. There is nothing about the rules that is to antagonise any passenger.

“So, we will do everything we can to get to the root of it. Everybody who needs to be punished or sanctioned will receive justice’’ he said

He also disclosed that the NCAA is currently writing to the attorney-general of the federation and the inspector-general of police to initiate legal proceedings against Ayinde.

When asked if Kwam 1 will not be prosecuted due to his closeness to President Bola Tinubu, the director said Tinubu, as well as Festus Keyamo, minister of aviation and aerospace development, are committed to the rule of law, and no individual

Following his clash with ValueJet officials, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) says singer Wasiu Ayinde, the popular Fuji musician knSend to Ad as Kwam 1, will be blacklisted for six months for his conduct at the domestic terminal of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.

 

Still on the ordeal, the suspended Pilot of Value Jet Airline, Oluranti Ogoyi, explained in details what transpired between her and Fuji musician, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, also known as K1 De Ultimate.

The pilot was suspended with her co-pilot, Flight Officer Ivan Oloba, were suspended by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority for violating safety rules.

Captain Ogoyi, recounting her experience with K1, wrote: “During boarding which commenced as scheduled at 8:10 am, KWAM1 approached the aircraft at about 08:15–08:20 carrying a gold flask of unknown content.

“Ground staff requested, as per standard procedure, to verify the content of the flask but he vehemently refused.
“He was seen drinking from the flask and the ground staff suspected that it contains alcohol, a substance prohibited onboard aircraft in Nigeria.

“Instead, he responded with comments such as, ‘Do you know who I am? You have no right to tell me to open my flask.’
“As he reached the foot of the aircraft, security personnel reiterated that he could not board without complying with the inspection. He became confrontational, causing a disruption.
“To manage the situation and prevent further delay, I exited the cockpit and approached Mr. Ayinde to engage him amicably. Without warning, he opened the flask and poured its contents on me, the security personnel, and some nearby passengers.

“Following this assault, airport security intervened, and other passengers were allowed to continue boarding. The Head of Security advised that Mr. Ayinde should not be permitted to travel on the flight due to his behaviour. I agreed, prioritising the safety of my passengers and crew.

“After shutting the aircraft doors, I observed that Mr Ayinde was still near the aircraft, obstructing movement. I made a Public Announcement to inform passengers of the delay while security personnel worked to remove him from the area. Once he was moved out of sight, I commenced taxiing and departed for Lagos at approximately 08:50.

“This incident caused significant delay, disruption, and posed safety risks to passengers, crew, and the operation of the flight.”

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The unfortunate disorderly conduct of Wasiu Ayinde, the veteran Fuji musician, led to the suspension of two ValueJet pilots by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA).

Kwam 1, who was onboard a ValueJet plane on August 5, was seen drinking from a flask and was approached by a flight attendant who suspected that the content was alcohol — a substance prohibited onboard aircraft in Nigeria.

The attendant was said to have asked the musician to surrender the flask, but Kwam 1 refused, saying it was medication prescribed by his doctor.

Following his refusal to give up the flask, the flight crew deboarded the celebrity.
Consequently, an enraged Kwam 1 proceeded to the front of the aircraft in an attempt to prevent it from taking off.

In a video that went viral on Wednesday, the Fuji artist was seen standing in front of the aircraft, with ground personnel interacting with him.

Seconds later, Kwam 1 and the ground personnel were seen dodging the wing of the ValueJet plane as the flight forcefully took off in breach of aviation safety rules.

In response, the NCAA, on August 6, announced the suspension of two pilots over the incident which occurred at the domestic terminal of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
The authority said it received reports of a serious breach of aviation safety protocols involving a ValueJet flight.
According to the NCAA, the pilots commenced departure procedures from the designated bay without adhering to the mandatory pre-departure clearance protocols.

“This reckless action endangered the safety of ground personnel and other airport users, contravening established civil aviation regulations and international safety standards,” the NCAA had said.

Apart from the suspension of the pilots, the aviation authority is considering punitive measures for Kwam 1, such as being put on a ‘no-fly list’, over his unruly conduct.

A ‘no-fly list’ is a database of individuals prohibited from boarding commercial flights due to suspected links to terrorism or other security threats.

If the NCAA goes ahead with the punishment, Kwam 1’s international and local engagements may take a hit.