Fuji legend, King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal (KWAM 1), has reacted to reports by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) accusing him of unruly behavior and pouring alcohol on an airport officer at the Abuja airport.
FAAN had earlier claimed that the singer attempted to board a ValueJet flight to Lagos with alcohol, despite warnings from airport staff. They alleged that he spilled alcohol on an official during the incident.
But in a statement from his media aide, Kunle Rasheed, KWAM 1 denied the allegations, saying the claims were false and exaggerated. According to Rasheed, what the musician was holding was not alcohol, but plain drinking water given to him while waiting at the airport lounge.
The statement stressed that KWAM 1 never disrespected any staff or violated aviation rules. “The reports are misleading. K1 did not act in a way that endangered anyone’s life or safety. No alcohol was involved,” the aide said.
He added that only KWAM 1 and his personal assistant were directly involved in the situation, and some fellow passengers even urged him to stay calm when things escalated.
The statement also revealed that high-level officials, including airport security heads and airline executives, later reached out to apologize and even offered him a private jet to Lagos, which he turned down respectfully.
On the pilot’s reported license suspension, the statement hinted she may be trying to shift blame.
KWAM 1 has said he’s cooperating fully with authorities and urged the public to avoid jumping to conclusions or sensationalizing the issue.
The Statement reads;
“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.
The statement added, “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. We wish to categorically state that this narrative is not only exaggerated but also misleading.
“At no point did K1 act in a manner that endangered lives or breached safety regulations. The substance in ,question which was sensationalised, was nothing more than plain drinking water, given to him at the airport lounge while he waited to board the aircraft. Despite his respectful effort to clarify this, the situation was unnecessarily escalated.
“Claims that K1 blocked the aircraft or attempted to disrupt operations are completely unfounded. The veteran artiste, who is globally respected and frequently travels both locally and internationally, understands and strictly adheres to aviation protocols.
“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.
“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.”
By Ezinne Okorie.
