Falana Finally Breaks Silence on KWAM1 Airport Incident, Mentions FG
- Senior Advocate of Nigeria, Femi Falana, has criticised the Federal Government for pardoning Fuji star KWAM 1 without a full police investigation
- Falana warned that the move undermines the government’s moral authority to prosecute future cases of unruly behaviour at airports
- He also linked the withdrawal of charges against another passenger to the government’s failure to charge KWAM 1, calling it discriminatory
Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has sharply criticised the Federal Government’s handling of the case involving Fuji music icon, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, following his alleged misconduct at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja.
In a statement released to journalists on Wednesday, Falana argued that the government’s decision to accept KWAM 1’s apology and grant him pardon—without allowing the police to conclude its investigation—had undermined its authority to prosecute future cases of unruly behaviour at airports.
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Falana: “discriminatory treatment” undermines rule of law
The senior lawyer warned that the government’s actions could set a dangerous precedent, suggesting that it had forfeited the moral right to pursue legal action against other passengers accused of similar offences.
“Since citizens have equal rights, obligations, and opportunities before the law, the Federal Government will henceforth be accused of subjecting any unruly passenger to discriminatory treatment on the ground that KWAM 1 was ‘pardoned’ without any criminal trial whatsoever,” Falana stated.
Police investigation ongoing despite FG pardon
The office of the Inspector-General of Police has reportedly launched an investigation into serious criminal allegations against KWAM 1. Among the claims being examined is that the musician allegedly opened a flask and poured its contents on a pilot, a security officer, and several passengers.
Despite the ongoing investigation, the Federal Government has not only accepted KWAM 1’s apology but also announced plans to appoint him as an ambassador for airport security protocol—a move Falana described as premature and ill-considered.
Withdrawal of charges against Ibom Air passenger raises eyebrows
Falana further alleged that the government’s refusal to prosecute KWAM 1 influenced its decision to withdraw charges against Comfort Emmanson, a passenger previously accused of unruly behaviour aboard an Ibom Air flight.
He stated, “The Federal Government decided to withdraw the charges filed against the passenger accused of unruly behaviour aboard an Ibom Air flight, Comfort Emmanson, because of the refusal to charge KWAM 1 with appropriate criminal offences.”
Legal expert calls for equal application of law
Falana’s statement has reignited debate over the impartiality of Nigeria’s justice system, particularly in cases involving high-profile individuals. He maintained that the rule of law must apply equally to all citizens, regardless of status or influence.
“It is doubtful if the Federal Government has considered the full implications of the handling of the case of KWAM 1,” Falana warned, adding that the government’s actions could erode public trust in the legal system.
KWAM 1 threatening owner of ValueJet
Legit.ng earlier reported that a leaked audio recording of Fuji music superstar King Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, also known as KWAM 1, has been released, providing a full account of the tense event involving ValueJet Airline at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja.
The recording, which captures Kwam 1's voice recounting his confrontation with ValueJet employees, has sparked a new public debate and polarised opinions on social media.
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