Nigeria’s leading airline, Air Peace, has publicly condemned what it described as the “unruly conduct” of a prominent Nigerian politician following a disruptive incident at Murtala Muhammed Airport Terminal 1 (Zulu Hall) on Wednesday morning.

The incident reportedly occurred around 6:10 a.m. when the passenger arrived at the terminal for an Air Peace flight to Abuja, scheduled to depart at 6:30 a.m.

According to the airline, boarding had already closed in accordance with its strict on-time departure policy, and the flight departed as scheduled.

Air Peace alleges that after being informed he had missed the flight, the politician became physically aggressive, assaulted airline staff, and obstructed the terminal entrance, preventing other passengers from entering the departure hall.

“Upon being informed of the missed flight, the politician resorted to violence, physically assaulting our staff and forcefully barricading the terminal’s entrance. He went as far as sealing the entry gate and manning the access point, effectively obstructing other passengers from gaining entry into the terminal,” Air Peace stated.

The incident reportedly led to considerable delays for other passengers.

To manage the situation and reduce disruption, Air Peace implemented a contingency plan, directing affected travelers through an alternative terminal.

“To minimize the further inconveniences Air Peace swiftly activated an operational contingency plan to board affected passengers through an alternate terminal, ensuring the continuity of their travel plan, ” it added.

Air Peace voiced disappointment over the passenger’s conduct, stating that his actions were inappropriate and unworthy of someone in his position.

“We are deeply saddened that such a high-profile figure displayed conduct so unbecoming and disruptive to fellow passengers and our personnel. Air Peace maintains a zero-tolerance stance on violence or any form of aggression against our staff and passengers,” the airline stated.

The airline urged its passengers and guests to remain civil and cooperative at all times.