Abuja Airport Drama: 'They Have Personally Apologized to Me' Says Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, Pushes His Own Narrative
By: Olufemi Orunsola
Popular Nigerian Fuji star, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal also known as K1, has announced that the Head of Airport Security, officials from relevant agencies such as FAAN and NCAA, as well as the Chairman and Managing Director of the ValueJet Airlines have reached out to him to personally appeal, and tender apologies to him over the incident at the Abuja airport.
OPEN TELEVISION NAIJA (OTN) News reports that the Fuji musician who stood reportedly stood in front of a moving aircraft in protest of alleged denial to boardnarrowly escaped being crushed when the aircraft moved in transit to the runaway.
The Federal Airports Authority (FAAN), in a reaction, alleged that the enranged musician was attempting to board with a flask containing alcohol.
Tagging the FAAN’s claim as false, K1, in a statement by his media aide, Kunle Rasheed, maintained that the helmsman at FAAN, as well as bis counterparts at the NCAA and ValueJet, has personally apologised to him and “even go as far as arranging a private jet to fly him to Lagos — at no cost.”
OTN News relays the full statement below:
K1 De Ultimate and the ValueJet Episode: Setting the Record Straight
Our attention has been drawn to reports alleging that King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (K1 De Ultimate) displayed unruly conduct while attempting to board a ValueJet flight on August 5, 2025, allegedly causing a breach of aviation protocol.
If indeed there had been anything inappropriate in his conduct, the Head of Airport Security, officials from relevant agencies such as FAAN and NCAA, as well as the Chairman and Managing Director of the airline, would not have reached out personally to appeal, tender apologies, and even go as far as arranging a private jet to fly him to Lagos — at no cost. Despite persistent persuasion from the airline’s top executives, K1 graciously declined the offer.
It must also be emphasized that K1 was the victim in this incident. No one else but him and his personal assistant was directly involved. A few concerned passengers who witnessed the incident firsthand appealed to him to remain calm, recognizing the undue pressure he was under.
In light of recent developments, it is important to note that the pilot involved now has her license suspended. Given the circumstances, it is no surprise if she attempts to deflect blame — surely, she must lie to cover herself up.
We urge the media and the public to avoid sensationalism and allow the truth — not assumptions — to guide their judgment. K1 remains a law-abiding citizen and continues to cooperate fully with all relevant authorities to ensure that the matter is responsibly resolved.
Signed:
Kunle Rasheed
Media Aide to K1 De Ultimate
August 6, 2025
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