The Controversial Incident Involving Portable and KWAM 1
A recent incident involving Nigerian musician KWAM 1, also known as Wasiu Ayinde Anifowoshe, has sparked widespread online discussion. The controversy began when the Fuji star attempted to prevent a ValueJet flight from departing at Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport in Abuja. This event has since become the subject of a new song by another prominent artist, Portable, whose real name is Habeeb Okikiola Badmus.
Portable’s latest track pays tribute to KWAM 1, referring to him as a "plane stopper." The song was created after the singer witnessed the dramatic episode between KWAM 1 and a female pilot, Captain Oluranti Ogoyi. In a video that went viral online, Portable can be seen recording the song while narrating the events that transpired at the airport.
The incident reportedly started when KWAM 1 approached the aircraft with a gold flask, which he claimed contained drinking water. However, according to Captain Ogoyi, ground staff asked for verification of the contents, which KWAM 1 refused to provide. As a result, the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) suspended both Ogoyi and her co-pilot, Flight Officer Ivan Oloba, for violating safety protocols. KWAM 1, on the other hand, has been banned from flying within Nigeria for six months.
Despite the controversy, KWAM 1 has denied any wrongdoing. His camp claims that the situation was unnecessarily escalated. According to his media aide, Kunle Rasheed, KWAM 1 was simply handed a bottle of water at the lounge, and there was no intention to cause any disruption.
Public Reactions to Portable’s New Song
Portable’s studio clip has received mixed reactions from fans and netizens alike. Some have praised the musician for his creativity and talent, while others have made light-hearted comments about the situation.
- boniface_jrn said: “Make them leave talent for you 😂😂😂.”
- iamnasboi commented: “Wow he writes it 😂🔥👏.”
- wealth_gadgets noted: “Joke apart this guy is good in urgent music.”
- yhemo_lee added: “😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 he’s so talented 😂”
- biggpapiidey4you remarked: “Musician ❌ Emergency Musician ✅.”
- zetadammy stated: “Joke apart, this guy is 100% talented. ❤️.”
- homedecorbycsi said: “Who else is feeling this song .. e too sweet abeg 😂😂.”
- a_dewale9070 joked: “This portable guy, you go dislike am today, love am tomorrow, baba werey 😂😂😂❤️.”
- larrywalex added: “Olorin Pajawiri😂😂😂😂.”
- pretty_phelicia commented: “Very talented musician😂😂😂😂 anything wey happen eh go carry am sing before day break😂😂😂.”
- footycabal said: “Quantity over Quality=Portable werey olorin..😂.”
- iamda_saint noted: “If this boy starts streaming he will be the biggest in Nigeria…. His daily lifestyle is amazing and interesting and for more than 3 years he has been consistent 🙌🙌.”
- iamjuliet_ndudi joked: “Aero plane bye bye, please great mummy Eleko, It’s water not alcohol 🍺. Pls add yours 😂😂😂😂.”
- iamjuliet_ndudi repeated: “Aero plane bye bye. please great mummy Eleko. It’s water not alcohol , Pls add yours 😂😂😂😂.”
The Broader Implications
The incident has not only highlighted the tension between artists and airline personnel but has also raised questions about safety procedures at airports. While KWAM 1 maintains that he was not at fault, the actions of both the pilot and the passenger have led to significant consequences.
As the debate continues, Portable’s new song serves as a reminder of how public figures can turn controversial events into artistic expressions. Whether viewed as a tribute or a commentary, the track has undoubtedly sparked further conversation around the incident and its implications for the entertainment industry.