KWAM1 tenders apology over Airport incident, denies alcohol claim
Fuji musician, Alhaji King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM1), has tendered an apology over the incident which occurred at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Tuesday. This is coming 24 hours after he was blacklisted from flying for six months over the incident on a ValueJet flight from Abuja to Lagos during which he had […]
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Fuji musician, Alhaji King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM1), has tendered an apology over the incident which occurred at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on Tuesday.
This is coming 24 hours after he was blacklisted from flying for six months over the incident on a ValueJet flight from Abuja to Lagos during which he had altercation with airport security and the airline’s crew.
The two pilots of the airline were suspended by the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) for attempting to depart without clearance, an act considered as a serious safety breach.
KWAM1, who had earlier rejected the account of the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) which indicted him, however, apologised on Friday, saying it was not his intention to cause any disruption.
In apologising, he also denied carrying alcohol in his flask but water, saying he suffers from chronic dehydration and he was strongly advised by his doctor to remain constantly hydrated.
The statement read: “Unknown to many, I suffer from chronic dehydration, and my doctor strongly advised that I remain constantly hydrated. This is why I always carry a water flask with me. And contrary to the negative narrative being circulated in some quarters, the flask I carried on that particular day contained only water, not alcohol, as wrongly alleged.
The statement read: “Unknown to many, I suffer from chronic dehydration, and my doctor strongly advised that I remain constantly hydrated. This is why I always carry a water flask with me. And contrary to the negative narrative being circulated in some quarters, the flask I carried on that particular day contained only water, not alcohol, as wrongly alleged.
“For the record, I passed through two security screenings with the flask empty. The flask was only filled with water at the lounge area, just before heading to the tarmac. This fact can be verified by the CCTV footage at the airport lounge. More so, I hadn’t even boarded the plane, let alone been deboarded.
“However, I acknowledge and deeply regret the concerns that arose from the incident. It was never my intention to cause any disruption or violate aviation protocols in any way.
“My unwavering patriotism and unshaken loyalty to the Federal Republic of Nigeria have never been in doubt. Over the years, I have consistently used my God-given talent and platform to promote the Nigerian brand across the globe. I would never do anything to tarnish the image I’ve built over the past five decades, nor would I knowingly act in a way that could diminish the reputation of the country I love so dearly.
“That said, the incident is sincerely regretted. I remain committed to upholding the values and responsibilities that come with being a global ambassador of Nigerian music and culture.
“To the Presidency, Ministry of Aviation, FAAN, NCAA, ValueJet, fellow Nigerians, and my teeming fans across the world who have shown great concern since the incident happened, I tender my unreserved and heartfelt apology.”
“However, I acknowledge and deeply regret the concerns that arose from the incident. It was never my intention to cause any disruption or violate aviation protocols in any way.
“My unwavering patriotism and unshaken loyalty to the Federal Republic of Nigeria have never been in doubt. Over the years, I have consistently used my God-given talent and platform to promote the Nigerian brand across the globe. I would never do anything to tarnish the image I’ve built over the past five decades, nor would I knowingly act in a way that could diminish the reputation of the country I love so dearly.
“That said, the incident is sincerely regretted. I remain committed to upholding the values and responsibilities that come with being a global ambassador of Nigerian music and culture.
“To the Presidency, Ministry of Aviation, FAAN, NCAA, ValueJet, fellow Nigerians, and my teeming fans across the world who have shown great concern since the incident happened, I tender my unreserved and heartfelt apology.”