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Fuji music legend Wasiu Ayinde Marshal, widely known as K1 De Ultimate, has issued an unreserved apology following an incident at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on Tuesday, August 5, 2025.
In a statement released by the veteran singer, K1 expressed regret over the disruption but firmly refuted claims that he had alcohol in his flask, clarifying that it contained only water.
Describing the episode as “unfortunate,” he said,
“The incident that occurred at the local wing of the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport on August 5, 2025, involving my humble self and ValueJet Airline, was to say the least, unfortunate.”
K1 also revealed that he suffers from a medical condition, explaining,
“Unknown to many, I suffer from chronic dehydration, and my doctor strongly advised that I remain constantly hydrated. This is why I always carry a water flask with me. And contrary to the negative narrative being circulated in some quarters, the flask I carried on that particular day contained only water — not alcohol, as wrongly alleged.”
He detailed the security checks he underwent,
“For the record, I passed through two security screenings with the flask empty. The flask was only filled with water at the lounge area, just before heading to the tarmac. This fact can be verified by the CCTV footage at the airport lounge. More so, I hadn’t even boarded the plane, let alone being deboarded.”
While standing by his innocence, K1 expressed remorse for any distress caused by the situation:
“However, I acknowledge and deeply regret the concerns that arose from the incident. It was never my intention to cause any disruption or violate aviation protocols in any way.”
Reaffirming his dedication to Nigeria, he stated,
“My unwavering patriotism and unshaken loyalty to the Federal Republic of Nigeria have never been in doubt. Over the years, I have consistently used my God-given talent and platform to promote the Nigerian brand across the globe. I would never do anything to tarnish the image I’ve built over the past five decades, nor would I knowingly act in a way that could diminish the reputation of the country I love so dearly.”
He concluded by extending a sincere apology to all involved,
“To the Presidency, Ministry of Aviation, FAAN, NCAA, ValueJet, fellow Nigerians, and my teeming fans across the world who have shown great concern since the incident happened, I tender my unreserved and heartfelt apology.”
K1’s statement underscores his commitment to maintaining the dignity of his position as a global ambassador for Nigerian music and culture.
Watch him speak below…
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