IGP orders probe into KWAM 1’s Value Jet incident

KWAM 1

KWAM 1

From Molly Kilete, Abuja

The Nigeria Police Force headquarters in Abuja has confirmed that it has received an official petition from the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) over an alleged incident involving Mr Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1.

KWAM 1 is accused of engaging in unruly conduct that allegedly obstructed the safe operation of an aircraft, in violation of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Regulations, 2023, following a reported incident on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.

Force Public Relations Officer, DCP Olumuyiwa Adejobi, in a statement, said, “In response, the Inspector-General of Police, IGP Kayode Egbetokun, has directed the Commissioner of Police, Airport Command, to immediately commence a thorough investigation into the matter, to unravel the circumstances which led to the ugly incident and ensure justice is served accordingly.”

The Force hereby assures the public of its commitment to upholding safety and security within Nigeria’s aviation sector, while assuring stakeholders in the sector of improved collaboration towards aviation security and strict compliance with aviation laws.

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