The federal government through the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has blacklisted popular Nigerian Fuji singer, Wasiu Ayinde Marshall known by his stage name KWAM 1
He was banned on Thursday for 6 months following his incident with the Value Jet Airline, DAILY GIST reports.
The suspension effectively bars KWAM1 from accessing restricted areas within any Nigerian airport under NCAA jurisdiction until the sanction is lifted.
According to a statement issued by FAAN, preliminary investigations confirmed that the passenger was scheduled to board the morning flight to Lagos operated by ValueJet Airlines (Flight VK 201).
During boarding, the passenger attempted to carry an unidentified liquid substance on board despite repeated warnings from Aviation Security (AVSEC) personnel and the Flight Captain, FAAN explained.
FAAN stated that in accordance with international aviation security standards—specifically, Nigeria’s National Civil Aviation Security Programme (NCASP) and ICAO Annex 17—liquids exceeding 100ml “are not permitted through security screening unless medically necessary and properly declared.”
It said the passenger was informed of this regulation but reportedly declined to comply.
While the boarding continued, an airline security officer was said to have asked the musician to step aside for further clarification.
However, the passenger allegedly refused and spilled the contents of the flask on the officer, which turned out to be alcohol.
The statement added, “The Flight Captain intervened but faced similar resistance. After confirming that boarding was complete, she instructed the closure of the aircraft door.
