Violent Incident on Ibom Air Flight
An altercation has gone viral on social media after a female passenger was filmed allegedly assaulting an air hostess on an Ibom Air flight. The incident, which reportedly occurred on a flight from Uyo to Lagos, shows the passenger not only slapping a flight attendant but also confronting airport security personnel.
The Director of Public Affairs at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) commented on the incident, stating that passengers must comply with routine instructions, such as turning off their phones before takeoff or landing. The director emphasized that passengers have responsibilities in addition to their rights and that such behavior is unacceptable.
Ibom Air, a six-year-old airline that has won "Best Airline of the Year" for four consecutive years, has seen its name trending on social media platforms like X (formerly Twitter) in the wake of the incident. This event follows a similar recent controversy involving a popular musician and Valuejet airline, where he allegedly attempted to board a flight with alcohol.
This new incident has been dubbed "Kwam 2" by some social media users, a reference to the previous case. It has sparked a debate among the public and commentators about passenger conduct, airline regulations, and the need for stricter enforcement of the law, with many calling for swift and decisive action against the unruly passenger.
