Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo, has condemned the public release of an indecent video involving Comfort Emmanson (aka Comfort Bob), the Ibom Air passenger at the centre of a now-viral inflight assault incident.

The altercation occurred on August 10, 2025, aboard Ibom Air Flight Q153 from Uyo to Lagos. According to the airline, the passenger refused to switch off her phone during take-off, sparking a confrontation that escalated into physical assaults on crew and ground staff.

Indefinite Ban and Court Arraignment

Keyamo confirmed that the Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has imposed an indefinite no-fly ban on Emmanson, covering both domestic and international routes. She was arraigned on Monday at the Ikeja Magistrates’ Court and remanded to Kirikiri Prison for failing to meet bail conditions.

Minister Slams Leaked Video

While praising the use of video evidence to support prosecution, Keyamo strongly condemned the public release of footage showing Emmanson in a state of indecent exposure during the incident. He described the action as “totally unacceptable and debasing to womanhood.”

“The staff responsible for this indecent leak will be identified and sanctioned,” the minister said. He stressed the importance of professionalism and human dignity even in the face of provocation.

New Aviation Safety and Security Measures

Keyamo announced that a joint security meeting will be held next week involving relevant agencies to improve coordination in handling in-flight or airport disruptions.

He also directed that airlines must train and retrain staff on conflict resolution, customer service, and public relations to de-escalate tense situations effectively.

“Airlines must learn to defuse potentially explosive situations unless escalation is unavoidable,” Keyamo stated.

Message to the Flying Public

The minister urged passengers to channel complaints through the NCAA’s Consumer Protection Directorate instead of resorting to violence. He warned that passengers who threaten public safety will face strict penalties and prosecution.