United Nigeria Airlines announced on Monday that it deboarded popular social media personalities Martins Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan, and Freedom Atsepoyi, widely called Mr Jollof, following a confrontation that erupted during the boarding of Flight UN0523 at the Asaba International Airport in Delta State.
The incident, captured in a viral video circulating online, showed the two influencers engaging in a heated exchange inside the aircraft shortly before takeoff.
In a statement released by the airline’s Public Relations Officer, Chibuike Uloka, United Nigeria confirmed the altercation and said the crew acted swiftly to manage the situation.
According to Uloka, the flight crew intervened “immediately and professionally,” ensuring the safety of all passengers.
Both men were asked to disembark and were handed over to airport security officials for further action.
“United Nigeria Airlines confirms that an altercation occurred between two passengers, identified as Martins Vincent Otse (VeryDarkMan) and Freedom Okpetoritse Atsepoyi (Mr Jollof), during the boarding of Flight UN0523 at Asaba International Airport on the morning of November 17, 2025.
“In line with global aviation safety procedures, our crew promptly de-escalated the situation. Both individuals were removed from the aircraft without delay to safeguard the comfort and security of all passengers and crew.
“They were subsequently transferred to airport security for further investigation.
“United Nigeria Airlines maintains a zero-tolerance policy for any behaviour that may compromise safety.
“Once standard protocols were completed, the flight departed as scheduled, while both passengers remained with the authorities,” the statement read.
