Former Edo State Governor and current Senator Adams Oshiomhole caused a major disruption at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport’s Zulu Terminal in Lagos after missing his 6:30 am Air Peace flight to Abuja. The senator arrived at the airport around 6:10 am, but the boarding process had already closed, and the flight had departed on schedule.

In a shocking display of entitlement, Oshiomhole blocked the terminal entrance, preventing other passengers from accessing the departure hall. He even went as far as sealing the entry gate and manning the access point, causing significant delays for other travelers. Air Peace staff reported that the senator physically assaulted them during the altercation.

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

The airline was forced to activate an operational contingency plan to board affected passengers through an alternate terminal, ensuring the continuity of their travel plans. Witnesses described the scene as chaotic, with Oshiomhole arguing with airline staff and allegedly jumping onto a baggage conveyor belt in an attempt to block the departure hall.

“You delay a flight for 4 hours, you are asking people to pay for your own incompetence, you don’t deserve to exist,” Oshiomhole was heard shouting. “I am not here for privilege, give me my ticket or give me my cash.”

Passengers and airline staff criticized Oshiomhole’s actions as a blatant misuse of power and a display of entitlement. “He probably forgot that the airport has CCTV,” an airline official said. “He admits he came late but says he had checked in online.”

As of now, Oshiomhole has not issued a public statement addressing the allegations. Air Peace has announced plans to submit formal reports on the incident to relevant authorities, including the Nigerian Senate and the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, for investigation and possible disciplinary action.