The Digest:
Ibom Air has vehemently denied releasing the viral video showing an unruly passenger in a compromised state. The airline clarified the situation amidst calls for accountability and sanctions following public outrage.
Key Points:
- The airline categorically stated it did not release the indecent video.
- Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo demands sanctions against staff responsible for the leak.
- The footage was filmed on board, but Essienette clarified that multiple non-Ibom Air individuals were in the vicinity.
- The airline emphasized it does not condone the public release of such material.
- The passenger was removed after resisting instructions, prompting security involvement.
- Ibom Air stresses that no airline aims to humiliate passengers but focuses on maintaining security and order.
- The airline calls for heightened measures to avoid similar disruptions in the future.
Ibom Air maintains its commitment to protecting passenger privacy and urges authorities to focus on preventing future incidents. The situation highlights the ongoing challenges of managing unruly passenger behavior in aviation.
Sources: TVC News, TheCable, Vanguard
