Keyamo Clarifies ‘Ambassador’ KWAM 1’s Role At Airports

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has clarified that Fuji legend Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, will not receive any payment for his new role as an ambassador for airport security protocol.

Keyamo made the disclosure in a post on his X handle on Wednesday, saying the appointment followed the singer’s show of remorse after his recent airport misconduct.

The Fuji star had come under fire for attempting to block a moving aircraft at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on August 5, 2025. The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) responded with an indefinite flight ban and a criminal complaint.

However, after consultations with aviation stakeholders and appeals from prominent Nigerians, Keyamo announced that the ban had been reduced to one month. He also revealed plans for KWAM 1 to use his influence to promote proper airport conduct.

“For further clarification, it is common practice all over the world that a repentant offender is made to preach publicly against the exact conduct from which he has repented. It is akin to community service,” Keyamo wrote.

“It is not paid for, and it is a voluntary service. Unfortunately, in Nigeria, some would assume that once you hear the word ‘ambassador,’ it is a big position that comes with the perquisites of office. No, it is not. It is for free.”

The minister noted that similar roles had been given to repentant individuals in the past and stressed that the gesture should not be misinterpreted.

See his post below;

The decision to offer KWAM 1 the role sparked mixed reactions online, especially as it came around the same time the government dropped charges against Comfort Emmanson, the Ibom Air passenger arrested for unruly behaviour earlier this month.
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