NCAA Petitions AGF, IGP to Probe, Prosecute KWAM 1 Over Safety Breach At Abuja Airport

Friday August 8, 2025
By TheNewsDESK |

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has officially petitioned the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) and the Inspector-General of Police (IGP) to probe the incident involving musician, King Wasiu Omagbolahan Olasunkanmi Adewale Ayinde Marshal (KWAM 1), popularly known as K1 De Ultimate and domestic airline ValueJet, The NATION reported.

The incident, which occurred on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, reportedly disrupted standard operational procedures and raised concerns over passenger conduct and airline safety protocols.

According to preliminary reports, during a scheduled ValueJet flight VK201, KWAM 1 allegedly involved in actions that violate the Nigeria Civil Aviation regulations.

While full details of the incident are still being compiled, the NCAA has emphasised the importance of upholding aviation safety standards and ensuring accountability, regardless of the parties involved.

The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of NCAA, Michael Achimugu in a statement stated that the NCAA in a letter addressed to the AGF and IGP called for a comprehensive criminal investigation and the initiation of appropriate prosecution in accordance with the provisions of the Nigeria Civil Aviation regulations (Nig. CARs) 2023 supra and all other applicable laws.

The Director General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo has also issued an advisory to the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), urging the immediate consideration and institution of a No-Fly List for KWAM 1(on any commercial flight), pending the outcome of official investigations.

The NCAA explained that the advisory is in line with global aviation standards that prioritise the safety of passengers, crew, and airline operations.

The Authority reiterated its commitment to ensuring that no individual, regardless of their status or public image, undermines the integrity of the aviation industry, as passengers are held to the same standards of behaviour and compliance within Nigeria’s airspace.

It promised to provide further updates as the investigations progress.