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United Nigeria Airlines has acknowledged the apology videos released by Martins “VeryDarkMan” Otse and comedian Freedom “Mr Jollof” Atsepoyi following their altercation on a flight earlier this week. The incident occurred on Monday, November 17, 2025, as both men were boarding Flight UN0523 from Asaba International Airport in Delta State to Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. The confrontation drew the attention of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA), with its Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, condemning the behavior and promising that the parties involved would face appropriate legal consequences. On Tuesday, both VeryDarkMan and Mr Jollof posted video apologies on Instagram, expressing regret to the NCAA, the airline, passengers, and the public. Mr Jollof stated that he acted in self-defense after being provoked by VeryDarkMan, citing long-standing, unproven claims of infidelity involving his wife, which are currently before a court. In a statement released on Thursday, United Nigeria Airlines, through its Public Relations Officer Chibuike Uloka, confirmed that it had received and accepted the apologies. The airline emphasized that it expects both men to honor their commitments to avoid any conduct that could compromise aviation safety or decorum in the future. “United Nigeria Airlines acknowledges and accepts the public apologies issued by VeryDarkMan and Mr Jollof following the onboard altercation during the boarding of Flight UN0523 from Asaba to Lagos. We take note of their commitments expressed via social media to refrain from any conduct that could compromise aviation safety, order, or decorum onboard United Nigeria Airlines flights or any other airline,” the statement read. The airline also commended the swift response of the NCAA, Airport Security (AVSEC), other aviation authorities, and Asaba International Airport staff, as well as its crew for managing the situation professionally while following all safety protocols. United Nigeria Airlines reiterated its alignment with the Airline Operators of Nigeria and other regulatory bodies in efforts to prevent unruly passenger behavior. The airline called on travelers to cooperate fully with airline personnel, security, and airport authorities to maintain safe and orderly air travel in Nigeria. “United Nigeria Airlines remains committed to providing safe, reliable, and dignified service to all passengers across its network. United Nigeria Airlines — Flying to Unite!” the statement concluded.