Esther Salifu
Senator Adams Oshiomhole has refuted claims by Air Peace that he disrupted flight operations at Lagos’ Murtala Muhammed Airport, alleging instead that the airline attempted to extort him following a missed flight.
The incident occurred in June 2025 when Oshiomhole missed a scheduled flight to Abuja. Air Peace alleged that he confronted staff and caused disruptions, leading to delays for other passengers. The airline condemned what it described as “unruly conduct” and reiterated its zero-tolerance policy for disruptions.
Oshiomhole, however, contested this narrative, asserting that he was the victim of extortion attempts by the airline. He claimed that after missing his flight, airline staff demanded additional payments to accommodate him on another flight, which he refused. He emphasized that his actions were in defense of his rights and not intended to cause any disruption.
In a video Oshiomhole narrated his ordeal
“I got to the airport I have my checking in , they denied me , then when somebody went inside and said it is Oshiomhole then the senior manager came out and said ha Oga let’s see how I can sort you and I said no
I don’t want personal favour , I want my right and the right of these Nigerians to be enforced”
He urge the federal government and management of AirPeace airline to protect flying citizens
“Federal government have a duty to protect citizens right and consumer’s interest , I feel pained and ashamed about how Nigerians are being extorted ,
Air peace I urge you with all due respect to protect the flying public from extortion “
This incident has sparked discussions about passenger rights and airline accountability in Nigeria, highlighting the need for clearer regulations and better communication between airlines and passengers.
