KWAM 1 May Be Prosecuted For Alleged Breach Of Aviation Safety Regulations,  Terrorism Act

By Akinwale Kasali

There is a possibility that Juju Maestro, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, KWAM 1 could face prosecution  following his unruly behavior at the local wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, while trying to board a ValueJet aircraft to Lagos on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. This resulted in sanctions against the Ailine’s Pilots, whose licenses have been temporarily suspended, and the placing of the Musician on a-no-flight list for six months.

But in addition, and to show the seriousness of Kwam 1’s breach, which among others, included standing in front of the Aircraft to stop it from moving, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has petitioned the Attorney-General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, as well as the Inspector General of Police,  requesting the arrest and prosecution of Kwam 1.

NCAA wants a comprehensive criminal investigation and the initiation of appropriate prosecution of the Musician in accordance with the provisions of the Nigeria Civil Aviation regulations (Nig. CARs) 2023 supra and all other applicable laws.

Aside from that, the Director General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo, has, in carrying out the instructions of the Minister for Aviation, Festus Keyamo, SAN, directed the Airline Operators of Nigeria, AON, to  place the artist on a ‘No-Fly’ List  pending the outcome of official investigations.

Najomo was said to have issued the directives in line with global aviation standards that prioritize the safety of passengers, crew, and airline operations.

The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, who disclosed this through a statement released and made available to newsmen on Thursday, stressed that the petition is before the IGP and AGF.

According to him, while full details of the incident are still being compiled, the NCAA has emphasized the importance of upholding aviation safety standards and ensuring accountability, regardless of the parties involved.

“The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, has officially petitioned the Attorney-General of the Federation and the Inspector-General of Police to launch a thorough investigation into the incident involving musician, King Wasiu Omogbolahan Olasunkanmi Adewale Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate and domestic airline ValueJet”.

The incident, which occurred on Tuesday, 5th August 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, K1 De Ultimate was allegedly involved in actions that violate the Nigeria Civil Aviation regulations.