KOREDE DAMIFOGO
The Nigeria Police Force, on Wednesday, said it has received an official petition from the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) over an alleged incident involving Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (popularly known as KWAM 1).
According to a statement by the force’s Public Relations Officer, DCP Muyiwa Adejobi, KWAM 1 was accused of engaging in unruly conduct that allegedly obstructed the safe operation of an aircraft, in violation of the Nigerian Civil Aviation Regulations, 2023 following a reported incident on 5 August 2025 at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
Adejobi said in response to the petition, the Inspector-General of Police, Kayode Egbetokun, has directed the Commissioner of Police, Airport Command, to immediately commence a thorough investigation into the matter, to unravel the circumstances which led to the ugly incident and ensure justice is served accordingly.
The Police national spokesman assured the said the public of its commitment to upholding safety and security within Nigeria’s aviation sector.
“We assured stakeholders in the sector of improved collaboration towards aviation security and strict compliance with aviation laws,” the Force PRO said.