By JKNewsMedia
THE FEDERAL Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace Development has ordered the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to place Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, Fuji artiste, popularly known as Kwam 1, on a no-fly list following a tarmac altercation at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo confirmed the directive in an official statement posted via his verified social media platform on Thursday.
According to the minister, the decision follows detailed reports and video evidence received from relevant aviation agencies regarding the events of Tuesday, August 5, 2025, involving Kwam 1 and the crew of ValueJet.
Keyamo described the incident as a “temporary loss of sanity and control on both sides,” warning that the outcome could have led to fatalities.
He stated that the musician’s repeated movements on the tarmac actively blocked an aircraft from taxiing to take-off position, which he labelled “totally unacceptable” and “akin to a hostage situation.”
While acknowledging misconduct by ValueJet staff, Keyamo stressed that under no circumstances should a pilot initiate taxi procedures without ensuring the tarmac is clear of obstructions.
“Both sides breached standard safety protocol as required by the International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO),” he stated.
The NCAA has since suspended the pilot and captain involved, pending a full investigation.
However, the minister questioned the NCAA’s initial action in targeting only the crew.
“What applies to the goose must also apply to the gander,” Keyamo said, directing that Kwam 1 be subjected to similar disciplinary measures.
In compliance with the ministerial order, NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, confirmed at a press briefing that Kwam 1 will be blacklisted from flying within Nigeria for six months.
“Everybody involved in this will be brought to book,” Achimugu said.
All domestic and international airlines have been instructed to enforce the directive, with warnings that any breach may lead to withdrawal of operating licences.
