Eshiorameh Sebastian in Abuja
United Nigeria Airlines has officially confirmed the removal of social media critic Martins Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, and comedian Freedom Okpetoritse Atsepoyi, alias Mr. Jollof, from a flight following a physical altercation between the two.
The incident occurred during the boarding of Flight UNO523 at Asaba International Airport on the morning of November 17, 2025. The video has so far gone viral with most Nigerians condemning the action of both men involved in the altercation.
In a statement released by the airline’s Public Relations Officer, Oliver Chibuke Uloka, the carrier detailed its response. “In full compliance with global aviation safety protocols, our crew responded immediately and professionally to de-escalate the situation,” the statement read.
The airline emphasised its commitment to passenger safety, stating that both individuals were deboarded without delay to ensure the security and comfort of all other passengers and crew members. They were subsequently handed over to airport security for further investigation.
The statement reiterated the airline’s “zero-tolerance policy for any conduct that threatens the security or well-being of passengers or crew.”
After standard security procedures were completed, the flight was cleared for departure. The airline confirmed that the aircraft departed safely while the two involved passengers remained with the authorities.
United Nigeria Airlines concluded by reaffirming its commitment to providing a safe and respectful travel experience across its network.
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