By Jane Okafor, Abuja
There seemed to be no respite yet for Fuji musician, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate, over the Monday incident that occurred when he attempted to board a domestic ValueJet flight.
Less than eight hours after the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, directed the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) to place Ayinde Marshal on a no – fly list, the agency has formally petitioned the Attorney-General of the Federation and the Inspector-General of Police, asking them to investigate and prosecute the musician.
The Daily Crucible had earlier reported that the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria had begun investigation into the alleged breach of airport security rules at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja by popular Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as K1 De Ultimate.
A statement issued on Wednesday by FAAN stated that the altercation occurred on Monday, August 5, 2025, during boarding procedures for a ValueJet Airlines flight (Flight VK 201) headed to Lagos.
However, a statement signed by the agency on Thursday noted that in the petition, the NCAA called on the Attorney-General and the IGP to “launch a thorough investigation into the incident” and initiate “appropriate prosecution in accordance with the provisions of the Nigeria Civil Aviation regulations 2023 supra and all other applicable laws.”
Also, in a further move to step up compliance and accountability, the Director General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo issued an advisory to the Airline Operators of Nigeria recommending that K1 De Ultimate be placed on a No-Fly List for all commercial flights pending the conclusion of the investigation.
This no – fly list may last as much as six months.
The advisory, according to the NCAA, is in line with international aviation best practices designed to ensure the safety of passengers, crew, and aircraft operations.
It emphasised that aviation safety and discipline remain non-negotiable and that the industry cannot afford to tolerate acts that could put lives in grave risk or compromise the integrity of flight operations.
The statement read, “In a letter addressed to both the Attorney-General and the Inspector-General of Police, the NCAA called for a comprehensive criminal investigation and the initiation of appropriate prosecution in accordance with the provisions of the Nigeria Civil Aviation regulations 2023 supra and all other applicable laws.
“Furthermore, and in light of the growing concern, the Director General of Civil Aviation, Capt. Chris Najomo, has also issued an advisory to the Airline Operators of Nigeria, urging the immediate consideration and institution of a No-Fly List for K1 De Ultimate (on any commercial flight), pending the outcome of official investigations.
“This advisory is in line with global aviation standards that prioritise the safety of passengers, crew, and airline operations.
“The NCAA reiterates its commitment to ensuring that no individual, regardless of their status or public image, undermines the integrity of our aviation industry as passengers are held to the same standards of behavior and compliance within Nigeria’s airspace.”
•Pilot Oluranti
Meanwhile, one of the pilots involved in the altercation with KWAM 1, Captain Olutanti Ogoyi, and who happened to be in command of Flight VK201 from Abuja to Lagos which the Fuji music maestro allegedly attempted to block its track by standing on the ramp, has narrated her side of the matter.
Captain Oluranti Ogoyi, daughter of a former federal lawmaker, Senator Felix Ogunwale from Osun state, is happily married to Captain Isaac Ogoyi who flies for Uganda Airlines.
Her account of the incident: “During boarding which commenced as scheduled at 8:10 am, KWAM1 approached the aircraft at about 08:15–08:20 carrying a gold flask of unknown content.
“Ground staff requested, as per standard procedure, to verify the content of the flask but he vehemently refused.
“He was seen drinking from the flask and the ground staff suspected that it contains alcohol, a substance prohibited onboard aircraft in Nigeria.
“Instead, he responded with comments such as, “Do you know who I am? You have no right to tell me to open my flask.”
“As he reached the foot of the aircraft, security personnel reiterated that he could not board without complying with the inspection. He became confrontational, causing a disruption.
“To manage the situation and prevent further delay, I exited the cockpit and approached Mr. Ayinde to engage him amicably. Without warning, he opened the flask and poured its contents on me, the security personnel, and some nearby passengers.
“Following this assault, airport security intervened, and other passengers were allowed to continue boarding. The Head of Security advised that Mr. Ayinde should not be permitted to travel on the flight due to his behaviour. I agreed, prioritising the safety of my passengers and crew.
“After shutting the aircraft doors, I observed that Mr Ayinde was still near the aircraft, obstructing movement. I made a Public Announcement to inform passengers of the delay while security personnel worked to remove him from the area. Once he was moved out of sight, I commenced taxiing and departed for Lagos at approximately 08:50.
“This incident caused significant delay, disruption, and posed safety risks to passengers, crew, and the operation of the flight.”
