Like KWAM 1, Airlines Set To appoint Comfort Emmanson as ambassador

The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has revealed that Ms. Comfort Emmanson, the passenger accused of unruly behaviour aboard an Ibom Air flight, may be appointed as an ambassador for good passenger conduct by the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON).

Keyamo disclosed this in a statement on Wednesday, explaining that the decision aligns with the global practice of engaging repentant offenders to educate others against similar misconduct.

Keyamo also revealed that the aviation sector is considering appointing Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde, popularly known as KWAM 1, as an ambassador for proper airport security protocols. 

This follows the resolution of his recent altercation with ValueJet staff, which led to his placement on a six-month flight ban, later reduced to one month.

He said, “For further clarification, it is common practice all over the world that a repentant offender is made to preach publicly against the exact conduct from which he has repented. It is akin to Community Service. It is not paid for and it is voluntary service.

“Unfortunately, in Nigeria, some would assume that once you hear the word ‘Ambassador’ it is a big position that comes with the perquisites of office. No, it is not. It is for free. It is not the first time it is happening in Nigeria and it will not be the last. Examples abound of such roles given to repentant persons by previous governments in Nigeria.

“Whilst the Aviation agencies are considering using KWAM 1 for such a role, in my discussion last night with the Airline Operators of Nigeria (AON), they are also looking at the option of using Ms. Comfort Emmanson, who has also shown remorse, as their own Ambassador for good passenger conduct. It is left for the AON to work out those details since she has been actually released from prison custody today based on my earlier statement.

“Whilst the usual suspects can continue to question our decisions on this issue, we firmly believe we have been fair to all.”

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