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No Financial Gains For KWAM 1 as Aviation Ambassador -FG

Fola Badmus1 month ago1 month ago03 mins

Federal Government has revealed that Fuji music maestro, Wasiu Ayinde Marshall popularly known as KWAM 1 D’Ultimate will perform his Aviation Security Ambassadorial role in Community Service capacity. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo made this clarification in a statement on his Twitter handler now X on Wednesday. The Minister, who had earlier in the day announced that the Fuji musician would serve as an ambassador in the aviation sector, took time to explain that the appointment will attract no financial remuniration. Keyamo wrote; “For further clarification, it is common practice all over the world that a repentant offender is made to preach publicly against the exact conduct from which he has repented. It is akin to Community Service. It is not paid for and it is voluntary service. “Unfortunately, in Nigeria, some would assume that once you hear the word ‘Ambassador’ it is a big position that comes with the perquisites of office. No, it is not. It is for free. It is not the first time it is happening in Nigeria and it will not be the last . Examples abound of such roles given to repentant persons by previous governments in Nigeria. “Whilst the Aviation agencies are considering using KWAM 1 for such a role, in my discussion last night with the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), they are also looking at the option of using Ms. Comfort Emmanson, who has also shown remorse, as their own Ambassador for good passenger conduct. It is left for the AON to work out those details since she has been actually released from prison custody today based on my earlier statement. “Whilst the usual suspects can continue to question our decisions on this issue, we firmly believe we have been fair to all.”

Pyrates Confraternity Harp on Equal Justice in Aviation Enforcement

Fola Badmus1 month ago1 month ago04 mins

The National Association of Seadogs aka Pyrates Confraternity has noted the decision announced in the early hours of Wednesday by the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, SAN, to withdraw the criminal complaint against Ms Comfort Emmanson, reduce sanctions in the case of Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (Kwam 1), and introduce reforms to improve the handling of disruptive passenger incidents. In a statement on Wednesday by the NAS Cap’n, Dr Joseph Oteri, the Association said the Minister’s intervention, which emphasised de-escalation, reconciliation, and capacity building for aviation security personnel, is a welcome step towards addressing public concerns about fairness and consistency in enforcement. “From the outset, NAS made it clear that our position was not to excuse or defend unruly behaviour, but to insist that all offenders, whether high-profile or unknown, must face the same lawful consequences for breaches of aviation safety protocols. “The Minister’s acknowledgement that wrongs were committed on all sides, and his move to review the cases holistically, aligns with our call for justice that is even-handed and corrective, not selective,” Oteri said. The Association, however, cautioned that the clemency granted in these cases should not be misconstrued as tolerance for misconduct in the aviation sector. “While compassion is a virtue, deterrence is a duty. Going forward, every passenger and airline staff must understand that safety rules are non-negotiable, and enforcement must be blind to status, influence, or public sympathy,” Oteri stressed. NAS also welcomed the Minister’s directive for a retreat to retrain aviation security personnel and review airline staff conduct, noting that improved crisis management, unbiased enforcement, and respect for human dignity during interventions will go a long way in restoring public trust in Nigeria’s aviation sector. The Association urged the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), and airline operators to follow through on the planned reforms, ensure transparent monitoring of enforcement, and intensify public awareness campaigns on passenger conduct and penalties. “Air travel is a shared responsibility. Passengers must respect safety protocols; airlines must treat customers with professionalism; and regulators must apply the law equally. If these principles are upheld, the unfortunate incidents of recent weeks will serve as a turning point for safer, fairer skies,” Oteri said.

FG Drops Complaints in KWAM 1 Comfort Emmanson Airport Misconduct Cases

Fola Badmus1 month ago1 month ago02 mins

The Federal Government has withdrawn criminal complaints in two high-profile cases of alleged unruly behaviour at Nigerian airports, citing stakeholder consultations and expressions of remorse from those involved. Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development said the decision was taken on compassionate grounds after reviewing incidents involving Ms. Comfort Emmanson and Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1. In Ms. Emmanson’s case, Ibom Air agreed to withdraw its complaint over her alleged disruptive conduct aboard a flight on August 10, 2025. The minister confirmed she will be released from Kirikiri Prisons this week, following police formalities, while the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) will lift her lifetime flying ban. For KWAM 1, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) will reduce his flight ban to one month and withdraw its police complaint. The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) will also engage him as an ambassador for airport security protocol. The Minister further revealed that the licences of ValueJet’s Captain Oluranti Ogoyi and First Officer Ivan Oloba — linked to the KWAM 1 incident — will be restored after a one-month suspension and mandatory professional reappraisal. Beyond the cases, all aviation agencies will hold a retreat next week to retrain security personnel on managing disruptive passengers and de-escalating conflicts, while airlines will review staff conduct towards travellers. “These decisions were taken purely on compassionate grounds,” the Minister stated. “Government will not pander to politically motivated sentiments when laws are broken. However, after these acts of clemency, safety and security in aviation remain paramount.”

KWAM 1 bags Chieftaincy title in Mother’s accenstral home

Fola Badmus7 months ago7 months ago01 mins

Legendary Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Anifowoshe Adesanya popularly known as K1 D Ultimate, has bagged yet another Chieftaincy title from his late mother’s accenstral home, Ilupeju Ekiti. The music icon is honoured by the Apeju of Ilupeju Ekiti, His Royal Majesty, Oba Sunday Awe as the Balogun Ilupeju Ekiti. In his appreciation statement on Instagram, the Olori Omoba Akile Ijebu; “I present my profound gratitude and appreciation to His Royal Majesty, Oba Sunday Awe, the Apeju of Ilupeju Ekiti and the Apeju in Council. “All the Elders of my late mother’s family compound, sons and daughters of Ilupeju Ekiti and all the Ekiti Ketes. My fans all over the world, than you for your support and encouragement always. “Your goodwill messages on the loccasion of the recent yet another milestone in my journey of life, ‘Balogun Ilupeju Ekiti.’ “E seun, modupe ooo,” (Thank you, I appreciate it.)

Breaking: Wasiu Ayinde loses 105 years old mother

Fola Badmus8 months ago8 months ago01 mins

Fuji music icon, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM 1) also known as K1 D’Ultimate has lost his adorable mother, Alhaja Halima Shadiya Anifowoshe. She was aged 105. The deceased may be interred this afternoon in Ijebu Ode according to Islamic rites. Details later…

Actress Bisola Badmus drags K1 amid health crisis

Fola Badmus12 months ago12 months ago02 mins

Ailing Nollywood actress Bisola Badmus has called out popular Fuji musician King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, also known as KWAM 1, alleging that he is neglecting their son. Bisola revealed this during the interview with Biola Adebayo, Host of Talk to B. She spoke about the difficulty of co-parenting with Kwam1, who is the father of her son, Malik. Badmus claimed that K1 has shown little interest in their child’s well-being. She also revealed that she has been battling a brain tumor for the past three years. She mentioned that while K1 initially supported her after learning about her illness, he has since stopped responding to her calls. “He didn’t know about my condition earlier because I didn’t tell him. When he knew, he tried his best for a while but stopped at some point,” she said. Bisola expressed her hope that he would step up to support their son, as it has become increasingly hard for her to manage everything on her own, given her health situation. “What I want from K1 is to be responsible for Malik, his son. I just want him to take care of his son.”