The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority has invited Comfort Emmanson and a member of the Ibom Air cabin crew, Juliana Edward, for further investigation into a reported incident aboard an Ibom Air flight from Uyo to Lagos on August 10.
This was disclosed by the NCAA’s Director of Public Affairs and Consumer Protection, Michael Achimugu, during a questions and answers session at the Emergency National Civil Aviation Security Committee and Stakeholders Meeting held Tuesday in Abuja.
Achimugu confirmed that he spoke with Emmanson earlier that day and that both she and the crew involved had been summoned for continued inquiry.
“I have spoken with Ms. Emmanson this morning. We are also inviting the Ibom Air cabin crew for continued investigation on the incident. They will be here tomorrow,” he said.
He clarified that the pilot did not call in security personnel upon landing in Lagos, as the issue seemed resolved during the flight.
However, Emmanson, who reportedly visited the restroom after landing, was the last to disembark from the aircraft.
Assuring the public of transparency, Achimugu said the NCAA remains committed to uncovering all the facts surrounding the incident.
Meanwhile, Senator Buhari Abdulfatai, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Aviation, attributed rising incidents of misconduct in the aviation sector to a general decline in discipline among passengers, airport staff, and crew.
He emphasised the need for strict adherence to professional standards and praised the NCAA for its enforcement efforts.
He also urged other aviation agencies to support the NCAA in maintaining industry safety and security.(punch)
