3 w. ago Ibom Air Saga: Airline Operators Remove Comfort Emmanson From No

Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has formally lifted the no-flight ban initially imposed on Ibom Airline passenger, Ms. Comfort Emmanson, over unruly and violent conduct on the aircraft the the weekend. The operators, in a statement by their Public Relations Officer, Prof. Obiora Okonkwo, said the lifting of the ban was necessitated by the intervention […]

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3 w. ago Airline operators lift life ban placed on Emmanson, alleged unruly Ibom Air passenger

Consequent upon the intervention of Festus Keyamo, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development and appeal to lift the life-time read more Airline operators lift life ban placed on Emmanson, alleged unruly Ibom Air passenger

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3 w. ago Airlines considering appointing Comfort Emmanson ambassador — Keyamo

By Seyi Babalola Festus Keyamo, Nigeria’s Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has stated that airline operators are considering naming Ms Comfort Emmanson, an embattled Ibom Air passenger, as an ambassador for excellent aviation passenger conduct. Keyamo announced this on Wednesday in a statement, emphasising that Emmanson’s position, as well as that of Fuji star […] The post Airlines considering appointing Comfort Emmanson ambassador — Keyamo appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago AON Considering Ambassadorial Role For Ibom Air Passenger, Says Keyamo

The minister said the operators were looking at the option of "using Ms. Comfort Emmanson, who has also shown remorse," as their "ambassador for good passenger conduct". The post AON Considering Ambassadorial Role For Ibom Air Passenger, Says Keyamo appeared first on Channels Television.

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3 w. ago Authorities withdraw criminal case against Ibom Air passenger, reduce KWAM1’s flight ban to one month

The Federal Government says it has withdrawn all criminal complaint against Comfort Emmanson, the passenger involved in an unruly incident read more Authorities withdraw criminal case against Ibom Air passenger, reduce KWAM1’s flight ban to one month

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3 w. ago Ibom Air saga: NBA rejects passenger’s life ban, Obi furious

By Chinelo Obogo and Godwin Tsa Abuja Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has slammed the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) for imposing a ‘No Fly’ life ban on an Ibom Air passenger, Ms. Comfort Emmanson, for unruly behaviour. Similarly, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA) condemned both the Ibom Air and the AON, describing their […] The post Ibom Air saga: NBA rejects passenger’s life ban, Obi furious appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Ibom Air saga: Obi, NBA slam AON for imposing life ban on passenger

By Chinelo Obogo and Godwin Tsa Abuja Former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, has slammed the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) for imposing a ‘No Fly’ life ban on an Ibom Air passenger, Ms. Comfort Emmanson, for unruly behaviour. Obi said on his X handle on Tuesday that the poor must not […] The post Ibom Air saga: Obi, NBA slam AON for imposing life ban on passenger appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Ibom Air assault: Keyamo demands staff retraining, security reform

Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has ordered sweeping reforms in aviation safety and security procedures. read more Ibom Air assault: Keyamo demands staff retraining, security reform

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4 w. ago FG to punish Ibom Air official who released ‘unruly’ passenger’s indecent video

Tribune Online FG to punish Ibom Air official who released ‘unruly’ passenger’s indecent video Aviation Minister Festus Keyamo has condemned the behavior of Ms. Comfort Emmanson, a passenger on Ibom Air flight Q153 from Uyo to Lagos, who physically assaulted flight crew and ground staff on August 10, 2025 but has promised to punish the airline’s official who released the viral video to the public.    The Minister however said that he has directed sanctions against Ibom Air officials who released a video containing indecent exposure of the passenger, emphasizing the importance of respecting the dignity of individuals, particularly women.   "We will not fold our arms and tolerate the debasing of womanhood, " he stated   ALSO READ: Ibom Air: FG condemns video leak showing ‘unruly’ passenger’s sensitive parts, orders sanctions   Keyamo said he has also directed Ibom Air to retrain staff in public relations and handling explosive situations, while a joint security meeting will be held ne...

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4 w. ago Ibom Air: Keyamo Confirms Indefinite Flight Ban On Unruly Passenger

Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo on Monday confirmed the indefinite local and foreign flight ban imposed on Comfort Emmanson, a passenger on Ibom Air, over unruly behaviour. The minister also condemned the release of indecent footage showing Emmanson during her encounter with the airline. Keyamo directed that whoever released that part of […]

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4 w. ago Keyamo Says Worker Behind Indecent Video Of Ibom Air Passenger Will Be Sanctioned

Keyamo said that while filming her unruly behaviour as evidence was in order, the release of the video to the public to ridicule her was deplorable and unacceptable. The post Keyamo Says Worker Behind Indecent Video Of Ibom Air Passenger Will Be Sanctioned appeared first on Channels Television.

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4 w. ago Comfort Emmanson: Keyamo reacts to release of indecent footage, staff to face punishment

By Seyi Babalola   Festus Keyamo, Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, has condemned the leaking of indecent footage of Comfort Emmanson, a passenger on Ibom Air plane. Keyamo, who directed that whoever released that part of the video among the staff be singled out and sanctioned, said it was unacceptable. The minister, in a […] The post Comfort Emmanson: Keyamo reacts to release of indecent footage, staff to face punishment appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago AON places ‘no fly’ life ban on Ibom Air passenger Emmanson for unruly behaviour

By Chinelo Obogo   The Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON) has placed a life ban on Comfort Emmanson from flying any of its member airlines both domestically and internationally. Reacting to an incident where a passenger who was later identified as Ms Emmanson was seen onboard Ibom Air assaulting crew members, AON’s spokesperson, Prof. Obiora […] The post AON places ‘no fly’ life ban on Ibom Air passenger Emmanson for unruly behaviour appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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4 w. ago Ibom Air: ‘Unruly passenger’ charged to Court, remanded in Kirikiri prison — Keyamo’s aide

Tribune Online Ibom Air: ‘Unruly passenger’ charged to Court, remanded in Kirikiri prison — Keyamo’s aide The development comes after Ibom Air confirmed in a statement that Ms. Emmanson’s actions on Sunday, August 10, 2025, endangered the safety of its crew, passengers, and aircraft... Ibom Air: ‘Unruly passenger’ charged to Court, remanded in Kirikiri prison — Keyamo’s aide Tribune Online

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