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The Digest: A viral video has sparked widespread criticism after music legend King Wasiu Ayinde Marshall (KWAM 1) was seen publicly honouring Bidemi Rufai, a former aide to Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, who was recently released from a US prison after serving time for fraud. The clip shows...

Celebrated Fuji musician KWAM 1, whose real name is Wasiu Ayinde, has formally submitted a proposal to be considered for the vacant throne of the Awujale of Ijebuland. The 68-year-old music icon cited his royal lineage, over 50 years of promoting Yoruba culture, and prior traditional honours as...

The Digest: A viral video shows the dramatic moment a passenger was escorted off an Enugu Air flight by ground staff. The incident, which has become a viral mystery, has left other passengers and the public confused, as neither the airline nor airport authorities have issued an official...

The Digest: The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has issued a new directive, mandating that all mobile phones must be completely switched off during aircraft take-off and landing. This new rule, announced after an emergency meeting with stakeholders, is a step towards enhancing safety...

The Digest: The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has urged passengers, aviation staff, and cabin crew to maintain professionalism and calm, following recent altercations involving KWAM 1 and Comfort Emmanson. Key Points: FAAN appeals for calm and professionalism from all...

The Digest: Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has revealed that airline operators are considering naming Comfort Emmanson, the Ibom Air passenger recently released from prison, as an ambassador for promoting good passenger conduct. Emmanson was jailed following a...

The Digest: Human rights lawyer Femi Falana has accused the Federal Government of a monumental misstep. According to reports, the government's decision to pardon musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM 1) has been criticized for undermining the integrity of the justice system. The move educates...

The Digest: In response to two recent aviation incidents involving KWAM 1 and Comfort Emmanson, Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation, has issued new directives aimed at resolving the issues and improving airport security protocols. The decisions reflect the government's approach to balancing...

The Digest: The Federal Government has appointed Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM 1) as an ambassador for aviation security, following a controversial incident at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, where he was involved in a disruptive altercation with airline staff. Key Points...

The Digest: The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has reduced the ban on Fuji musician KWAM 1 (Wasiu Ayinde) to one month. Minister Festus Keyamo also instructed the withdrawal of the criminal complaint filed against him, marking a shift in the ongoing controversy. Key Points: The...

The Digest: Minister of Aviation, Festus Keyamo, announced that Comfort Emmanson, who was banned for unruly behavior on an Ibom Air flight, will be released this week as the Airlines Operators of Nigeria (AON) lifts her lifetime ban. Key Points Festus Keyamo confirmed the release of Comfort...

The Digest: The Inspector-General of Police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has launched an investigation into veteran Fuji musician Wasiu Ayinde, aka KWAM1, following allegations of unruly conduct at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja. This follows a petition from the Nigerian Civil Aviation...

The Digest: The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has clarified its involvement in recent passenger incidents, notably involving Fuji musician K1 De Ultimate and a confrontation on Ibom Air. NCAA Director Mike Achimugu emphasized the authority's limited role, stressing passenger safety...

The Digest: The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has imposed a lifetime no-fly ban on Comfort Emmanson after she allegedly assaulted Ibom Air officials aboard a flight from Uyo to Lagos. This unprecedented action raises crucial questions about passenger conduct and airline safety in Nigeria...

The Digest: MC Oluomo, NURTW President, pleads with President Tinubu for mercy on Fuji icon Kwam 1, facing a six-month no-fly ban after a ValueJet incident. According to reports, Kwam 1 allegedly violated aviation laws, leading to disruptions and the intervention of the Civil Aviation...

The Digest: The NCAA had formally petitioned the Attorney-General of the Federation and the Inspector-General of Police to investigate the matter further. The incident occurred on August 7, during a scheduled ValueJet flight VK201. Key Points: NCAA calls KWAM 1's airport disruption an act...

The Digest: The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has confirmed that Wasiu Ayinde, known as KWAM 1, will remain banned from flying indefinitely until an investigation into a recent flight incident is concluded. This follows a directive from aviation minister Festus Keyamo on August 7...

The Digest: Fuji icon Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, known as K1 De Ultimate, has publicly apologized for his involvement in the ValueJet controversy. He insists the flask he carried contained only water, not alcohol, as previously speculated. Key Points: K1 issued a public apology to the...

The Digest: Captain Oluranti Ogoyi of ValueJet has become a trending figure after her clash with Fuji star KWAM 1. Known for her professionalism, Ogoyi, a seasoned pilot, prevented the musician from boarding due to his non-compliance with safety regulations, sparking public debate. Key Points...

The Digest: The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has placed Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM 1) on a six-month no-fly list following his alleged misconduct at Abuja's airport. While this impacts his ability to travel, alternative options and consequences unfold. Key Points KWAM 1 is now...