Nigeria’s aviation stakeholders were on August 5 2025, woken to an unusual incident at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport where veteran Fuji musician, Wasiu Ayinde Marshal tried to disrupt the takeoff of a fully loaded ValueJet aircraft.
The incident which would have led to multiple fatalities was averted by airport security personnel.
The musician was prevented from flying in the aircraft as he insisted on drinking a large quantity of liquid alleged to be alcohol, an action prohibited by the airline. He defied all entreaties and went further to stand in front of the already revving aircraft.
Among the travellers are said to be businessmen, hospital patients etc who had no time to waste. On her part, Captain Oluranti had to make a quick decision in order not to lose her takeoff slot and cause disruptions to the entire airport’s flight schedules.
Her action caused her a suspension while Kwam 1, now considered a flight risk, was banned from flying in Nigeria for 6 months.
Who is Captain Oluranti Ogoyi ?
A daughter of Ex-Senator Felix Kola Ogunwale, who represented Osun Central Senatorial District between 2003 and 2007, Captain Oluranti, affectionately referred to as “Rantilicious” by her friends and colleagues, is a spectacular Nigerian aviator creating waves in the sky.
With nearly a decade of flying experience, she began her career with Arik Air and spent several years refining her skills. She later joined ValueJet and remains one of the airline’s best female pilots.
Her promotion to full captain occurred in September 2021, following years of service as a first officer. The feat was recognised in a ceremonial decoration ceremony organised by Arik Air’s then-CEO, Captain Roy Ilegbodu, together with Captain Adetokunbo Adekunbi and Captain Chris Najomo, who is currently the NCAA Director General.
She is married to a fellow pilot Isaac Ogoyi Jr., who began his career at Arik Air. He later moved on to RwandAir and now flies for Uganda Airlines. Together, they make an amazing power couple.
Captain Ranti, the pilot in command of Flight VK201 from Abuja to Lagos gives her own account of the Abuja flight incident:
“During boarding which commenced as scheduled at 8:10 am, KWAM1 approached the aircraft at about 08:15–08:20 carrying a gold flask of unknown content.
“Ground staff requested, as per standard procedure, to verify the content of the flask but he vehemently refused.
“He was seen drinking from the flask and the ground staff suspected that it contains alcohol, a substance prohibited onboard aircraft in Nigeria.
“Instead, he responded with comments such as, “Do you know who I am? You have no right to tell me to open my flask.”
“As he reached the foot of the aircraft, security personnel reiterated that he could not board without complying with the inspection. He became confrontational, causing a disruption,” Captain Ranti continued.
“To manage the situation and prevent further delay, I exited the cockpit and approached Mr. Ayinde to engage him amicably. Without warning, he opened the flask and poured its contents on me, the security personnel, and some nearby passengers.
“Following this assault, airport security intervened, and other passengers were allowed to continue boarding. The Head of Security advised that Mr. Ayinde should not be permitted to travel on the flight due to his behaviour. I agreed, prioritising the safety of my passengers and crew.
“After shutting the aircraft doors, I observed that Mr Ayinde was still near the aircraft, obstructing movement. I made a Public Announcement to inform passengers of the delay while security personnel worked to remove him from the area. Once he was moved out of sight, I commenced taxiing and departed for Lagos at approximately 08:50.
“This incident caused significant delay, disruption, and posed safety risks to passengers, crew, and the operation of the flight.”
Reactions:
4everhumbl3: “I love her Agbero pilot 👩🏿✈️ skills , she almost used the wings of the plane ✈️ to cut off the Wereee head😂😂😂.”
merriamakinyele: “President General among the Nation, we salute you Captain 👏.”
ifeoluwa_mia: “Sisterhood is proud of u my sister 😂😂.”
fabulosgloria: “Y’all don’t realize Kwam 1 held an airline to ransom, people’s business were put on hold cos of the flight delay and then shifted an entire flight schedule which operates on a strict time. This woman had not just an aviation decision to make but a business one. She gets paid to deliver and one 🐐with a bloated ego felt he needed to show off. I applaud her for deciding to show him he can’t always get his way. Meanwhile she is experienced enough to know what she was doing and that tho theoretically it was reckless, practically at that moment it was safe to taxi off and fly.”
agbabrine: “She doesn’t take nonsense!! She deserves an award 😂.”
olajideidowuahmed: “God bless her for us…. She did a wonderful job…. I think she need another promotion for this. 👏👏👏👏.”
vibeswithmamashenkes: “Na woman 😂😂😂😂no wonder 😂😂😂😂😂,her papa na kuku politician,no wonder she sef no care….the fight go sweet.”
bellsucshoyan: “Captain extraordinaire…she just got tired of his mess…other women bow for him..this woman would not…well done ma.”
elninodiamiond: “Nothing like do you know who I am, Both of them is who is who olabodegram said: “Omo Baba e …You are the true daughter of your father..”
keny_buga: keny_buga so much for trying to scrap his head off. Him think say na everywhere him fit WIN😂😂.”
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