Fuji maestro K1 De Ultimate, in a recent post on social media, reacts to drama with airline officials following the development at Abuja airport.
Recall that a viral video surfaced online yesterday that shows the moment the ValueJet plane almost breaks the head of K1 De Ultimate at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.
The development sparked mixed reactions online, while many went hard on the pilot, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) called out K1 De Ultimate, as the authority accused him of breaching aviation safety regulations.
According to FAAN, preliminary findings revealed that the incident occurred during the boarding of ValueJet Airlines Flight VK 201, bound for Lagos. Wasiu Ayinde reportedly attempted to bring an unidentified liquid substance onboard the aircraft, defying repeated warnings from Aviation Security (AVSEC) officers and the flight captain.
Under international aviation safety rules—including Nigeria’s National Civil Aviation Security Programme (NCASP) and ICAO Annex 17, passengers are prohibited from carrying liquid items exceeding 100ml through security unless they are for medical use and properly declared.
Despite being informed of this regulation, the musician allegedly refused to comply. Matters escalated when an airline security official asked him to step aside for further clarification. Instead, Ayinde reportedly poured the contents of the flask, later identified as alcohol on the officer.
FAAN stated that the flight captain also attempted to intervene but met with the same level of resistance. Once boarding was concluded, she ordered the aircraft doors shut.
Eyewitnesses reported that the musician then moved to the aircraft’s front and refused to vacate the area, ignoring multiple requests. He was eventually escorted away by the AVSEC crime unit for further questioning and later released.
Reacting to news making the rounds online that he dodged the ValueJet plane at Abuja airport after spilling alcohol on an airline employee, Media aide to K1 debunks the development, stressing that the substance in his flask was drinking water.
The K1 media aide identified as Kunle Rasheed wrote, “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.
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 wrongly sensationalized — 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.
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.”
See the post below;