The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has strongly condemned the in-flight altercation between social media personality Martins Otse, popularly known as Verydarkman, and comedian Freedom Atsepoyi (Mr Jollof), declaring that both men will face sanctions for their conduct aboard an Asaba–Lagos flight on Monday.
The Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection of the NCAA, in a statement posted on 𝕏, described the confrontation as “unacceptable behaviour” that endangered passengers, crew, and the aircraft.
“There is no tolerance for unruly behaviour aboard an aircraft. Both individuals will face the full strength of the law,”
the spokesperson said.
The aviation regulator expressed disappointment that the two men—who frequently preach responsible conduct to their millions of followers—were involved in such a breach of aviation rules.
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“It is even more shameful when one considers both of them partners in educating their millions of followers to avoid unruly behaviour,”
the spokesperson added.
According to the NCAA, the actions of both men violated safety regulations, noting that the airline is required to file an official report for further legal action.
“The actions of both men put the safety of all other passengers and the crew at risk. It also put the safety of the aircraft at risk.”
The authority stressed that no provocation, online rivalry, or social media feud justifies violence inside an aircraft.
“The NCAA has exerted a lot of energy and resources in educating passengers about the dangers of unruly behaviour and its consequences.
In this case, no matter what led to the fracas, there is no excuse that makes it acceptable.”
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However, sources say the clash stemmed from a long-running social media dispute between the two celebrities. The argument reportedly escalated shortly after boarding, turning physical and forcing passengers and flight attendants to intervene as tension spread inside the cabin.
Following the incident, Verydarkman took to Facebook to brag about the encounter, writing:
“I don chop Jollof father for inside the plane. He bite me, man wey de bite.”
The NCAA confirmed it is awaiting official reports from the airline and crew members involved.
The spokesperson assured that a comprehensive statement will be issued after the reports are reviewed, emphasising that sanctions are inevitable for both men.