November 17, (THEWILL) — United Nigeria Airlines has confirmed the altercation between two of its passengers at Asaba Airport on Monday.
In a statement issued Monday, signed by the airline’s Public Relations Officer, Chibuike Uloka, United Nigeria Airlines stated, “United Nigeria Airlines confirms that an altercation occurred between two passengers, identified as Martins Vincent Otse “VeryDarkman” and Freedom Okpetoritse Atsepoyi “Mr Jollof”, during the boarding of Flight UN0523 at Asaba International Airport on the morning of November 17, 2025.”
“In full compliance with global aviation safety protocols, our crew responded immediately and professionally to de-escalate the situation. Both passengers were deboarded without delay to ensure the safety, comfort, and security of all other passengers and crew members. They were subsequently handed over to airport security for further investigation.
“United Nigeria Airlines places the highest priority on safety and maintains a zero-tolerance policy for any conduct that threatens the security or well-being of passengers or crew. After all standard procedures were completed, the flight departed safely while the passengers involved in the altercation were still with the authorities”, the airline added.
The carrier, however, reiterated its commitment to providing a safe, respectful, and secure travel experience across its network.
Anthony Awunor, is a business correspondent who holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Linguistics (UNILAG). He is also an alumnus of the Nigerian College of Aviation Technology (NCAT), Zaria Kaduna State. He lives in Lagos.
