The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) on Thursday, 7 August, 2025 handed down banned six months ban on popular Fuji music icon, Wasiu Ayinde, also known as KWAM 1, over his behavior at the domestic terminal of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, reports Business Today NG.
With this ban, means, KWAM I will not be able to fly within Nigeria, whether local or international, for the next six months.
The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of NCAA, Michael Achimugu, made the disclosure during a press briefing on Thursday, 7 August, 2025.
The aviation body had earlier on Wednesday, 6 August, 2025, suspended the licences of two pilots of Value Jet over the same incident.
Recall that on Wednesday,6 August, 2025, the musician finally opened up on what happened between him and Value Jet staffs on the tarmac of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja, described himself as the victim.
The musician in his reaction, titled: “K1 De Ultimate and the ValueJet Episode: Setting the Record Straight,” was contained in a statement issued on Wednesday, 6 August, 2025 by his spokesman, Kunle Rasheed.
Wasiu Ayinde disputed all other accounts of the incident by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN
Rasheed said in the statement: “Our attention has been drawn to reports alleging that King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (K1 De Ultimate) displayed unruly conduct while attempting to board a ValueJet flight on August 5, 2025, allegedly causing a breach of aviation protocol.
“We wish to categorically state that this narrative is not only exaggerated but also misleading.
“At no point did K1 act in a manner that endangered lives or breached safety regulations. The substance in question — which was wrongly sensationalized — was nothing more than plain drinking water, given to him at the airport lounge while he waited to board the aircraft. Despite his respectful effort to clarify this, the situation was unnecessarily escalated.
“Claims that K1 blocked the aircraft or attempted to disrupt operations are completely unfounded. The veteran artiste, who is globally respected and frequently travels both locally and internationally, understands and strictly adheres to aviation protocols.
“If indeed there had been anything inappropriate in his conduct, the Head of Airport Security, officials from relevant agencies such as FAAN and NCAA, as well as the Chairman and Managing Director of the airline, would not have reached out personally to appeal, tender apologies, and even go as far as arranging a private jet to fly him to Lagos — at no cost. Despite persistent persuasion from the airline’s top executives, K1 graciously declined the offer.
“It must also be emphasized that K1 was the victim in this incident. No one else but him and his personal assistant was directly involved. A few concerned passengers who witnessed the incident firsthand appealed to him to remain calm, recognizing the undue pressure he was under.
“In light of recent developments, it is important to note that the pilot involved now has her license suspended. Given the circumstances, it is no surprise if she attempts to deflect blame — surely, she must lie to cover herself up.
