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Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has explained why the Federal Government appointed Fuji star Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, popularly known as KWAM 1, as an ambassador for proper airport security protocol.
The decision comes amid public criticism following recent incidents of unruly behavior at Nigerian airports involving KWAM 1 and Ibom Air passenger Comfort Emmason, who clashed with an air hostess.
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Keyamo noted that the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority had agreed to cut KWAM 1’s flight ban to one month and collaborate with him to raise awareness on appropriate conduct in the aviation sector.
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He added that the move was influenced by appeals from concerned individuals and KWAM 1’s public display of remorse over the August 5 incident, where he allegedly obstructed a ValueJet aircraft’s movement.
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His words …
“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. It is not paid for and it is voluntary service.
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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. It is not the first time it is happening in Nigeria and it will not be the last . Examples abound of such roles given to repentant persons by previous governments in Nigeria.
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Whilst the Aviation agencies are considering using KWAM 1 for such a role, in my discussion last night with the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), they are also looking at the option of using Ms. Comfort Emmanson, who has also shown remorse, as their own Ambassador for good passenger conduct. It is left for the AON to work out those details since she has been actually released from prison custody today based on my earlier statement.
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Whilst the usual suspects can continue to question our decisions on this issue, we firmly believe we have been fair to all.”
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See post below …
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